Women's Merino Wool Ski Midlayer Vest from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
32%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• 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%