Women's Wool Hiking Jacket from Japan
A lightweight women's jacket made from fine merino wool fabric, designed for recreational hiking with water-resistant coating and adjustable hood. It falls under HTS 6211.49.15.61 as recreational performance outerwear of wool or fine animal hair, not knitted or crocheted, distinct from ski-suits or track suits. The garment provides insulation and weather protection for outdoor activities.
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
• Verify fiber content exceeds 50% wool or fine animal hair via lab tests for accurate Chapter 62 classification
• Include care labels specifying dry cleaning for wool to meet FTC requirements and avoid reclassification
• Declare as outerwear only if no pockets below waist or ribbed waistband to prevent shift to 6204