Women's Cotton Quilted Vest from Germany
Quilted women's vest made of 100% cotton shell and lining, providing light warmth for fall layering without hood or sleeves. It is classified in HTS 6211.42.10.70 as a women's cotton vest under 'other garments,' excluding knitted items and not meeting suit/ensemble definitions.
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
• Obtain COO certificate confirming cotton origin to qualify for potential preferential duties
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could reclassify under parts headings
• Test for shrinkage and declare accurately to pass CBP fabric verification