Women's Merino Wool Ski Midlayer Vest

Merino wool vest designed as a non-ski-suit midlayer for alpine activities, providing thermal regulation without full coverage of arms or legs. It falls under HTS 6211.49.15.50 as a women's recreational performance outerwear vest of fine animal hair, woven and made up per Chapter 62 definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+17.5%29.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

6203.32.20Lower: 26.9% vs 29.5%

If part of a matching suit set with trousers

If components match suit definition (identical fabric, panels), it becomes part of men's suits in 6203; women's analogous.

6110.30.10Lower: 23.5% vs 29.5%

If knitted merino fabric

Knitted or crocheted wool garments are Chapter 61, not 62.

6210.50Lower: 16.2% vs 29.5%

If sold as part of an ensemble set for retail

Ensembles with upper and lower garments per Chapter note go to 6204/6210 depending on specifics, not standalone 6211.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document intended use as 'recreational performance' with marketing materials to support 6211 classification over general apparel

Avoid adding waist pockets or tightening mechanisms, as Chapter notes exclude such from similar headings

Conduct fiber burn tests for customs verification of wool content exceeding 50%