Women's Merino Wool Ski Midlayer Vest from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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%