Elite Silk Puffer Vest from Japan
Women's recreational puffer vest with 73% silk shell and synthetic fill for light insulation during outdoor activities like birdwatching. HTS 6211.49.03.70 applies to its high silk content and performance outerwear classification for vests. Not a ski-suit or track suit per definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare fill material separately if down/synthetic to avoid misclassification as padded jackets
• Comply with UFLPA for silk potentially involving forced labor in supply chain
• Test for exact silk percentage as blends near 70% risk audits