Elite Silk Cycling Vest Male from Japan
High-performance men's cycling vest from 75% silk, for athletic other garments category. Woven silk qualifies under 6211.39.60.60 vest statistical suffix for men's items. Made-up article per Chapter 62 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Lab test silk content pre-shipment; discrepancies lead to penalties
• Declare as individual vest, not component, for correct statistical reporting
• Check for updates to silk visa requirements from producing countries