Silk Utility Vest Jacket from Germany
Men's sleeveless silk utility vest jacket (72% silk) with tool pockets and zippers, functioning as a jacket-type layer excluded from 6201. HTS 6211.39.60.70 applies to such high-silk, non-knitted other garments resembling swim/tracksuit layers. Chapter excludes knitted but includes made-up silk.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Confirm no ribbed waistband to avoid 6205/6206 exclusion
• Detail utility features on invoice for proper 6211 placement
• Test for metal thread allowance per chapter notes