Women's Cotton Puffer Vest from Germany
A lightweight women's vest made from cotton outer fabric with synthetic insulation, designed as an outer layer for casual or outdoor wear. It falls under HTS 6211.42.10.70 as a women's cotton vest, not qualifying as a track suit, ski-suit, or swimwear, and distinct from shirts or blouses in Chapter 62 due to its sleeveless, open-front design. This classification applies to other made-up garments of cotton in heading 6211.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify cotton content exceeds 70% for Chapter 62 classification and ensure fiber content labeling complies with FTC standards
• Provide commercial invoices detailing garment construction to avoid misclassification as Chapter 61 knitted items