Men's Nylon Athletic Vest

A sleeveless nylon vest with elastic side panels for active sports like running or training, often paired with track pants. Classified under HTS 6211.39.8060 for men's other garments of other textile materials (synthetic), as a vest in the swimwear/track suit heading. It meets criteria for athletic outerwear not qualifying as shirts or suits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+17.5%20.3%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6205.20.20Higher: 37.2% vs 20.3%

If designed as a men's woven shirt-like upper garment

Chapter notes define shirts with sleeves/opening; sleeveless athletic tops may shift if not vest-specific.

6110.20.20Higher: 34% vs 20.3%

If made of cotton and knitted

Material and construction change moves to Chapter 61 for knitted cotton vests.

6211.49.60Higher: 29.5% vs 20.3%

If for women's or girls' versions

Closure direction (right-over-left) and cut determine gender classification per notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure no ribbed waistband or lower pockets, as these exclude from similar headings per chapter notes

Submit lab tests for fiber content to distinguish from cotton (which would be 6211.32)

Declare as 'vest' explicitly; photos showing athletic design help avoid shirt misclassification

Related Products under HTS 6211.39.80.60

Men's Polyester Track Vest

A lightweight polyester vest designed as part of a track suit ensemble, featuring mesh panels for ventilation and a full front zipper. It falls under HTS 6211.39.8060 as an other garment for men made of man-made fibers, specifically classified as a vest within the track suits and swimwear chapter excluding knitted items. This vest is intended for athletic use but not a full ski-suit.

Men's Acrylic Training Vest

A warm acrylic blend vest for outdoor training sessions, with reflective strips and a stand-up collar. It is categorized in HTS 6211.39.8060 as a men's vest of other textile materials (acrylic man-made), under other garments in the track/swimwear chapter. Excludes knitted fabrics and fits as athletic apparel.

Men's Rayon Windbreaker Vest

A water-resistant rayon vest for wind protection during track events, with adjustable hem. Falls under HTS 6211.39.8060 for men's vests of other textile materials, as an other garment in athletic category. Rayon qualifies as man-made fiber distinct from wool or cotton.

Men's Spandex Compression Vest

A form-fitting spandex vest for muscle support in track and field, sleeveless with racerback design. Classified HTS 6211.39.8060 as men's other garment vest of synthetic textiles. Meets non-knitted athletic vest criteria.

Men's Modal Sports Vest

Breathable modal fabric vest for gym training, with side vents and zip pockets above waist. HTS 6211.39.8060 for men's vests of other man-made textiles in other garments category. Excludes orthopedic uses per chapter exclusions.

Men's Linen Blend Running Vest

Lightweight linen-rayon blend vest for summer track meets, quick-dry finish. Though linen is vegetable, blend classified under other textile materials in HTS 6211.39.8060 for men's vests as non-cotton/wool/man-made dominant.