Women's Polyester Puffer Vest from Japan
A lightweight, insulated polyester vest designed for women, featuring a quilted design and zipper front, providing warmth without sleeves. It falls under HTS 6211.49.80.70 as a women's vest made of synthetic textile materials other than wool, man-made fibers in specific categories, or cotton, not knitted or crocheted. This classification applies to outerwear vests for casual or outdoor use.
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 the vest lacks sleeves and pockets below the waist to avoid reclassification under 6204; ensure fiber content is accurately labeled as polyester or other non-specified textiles
• Provide detailed invoices specifying 'vest' and gender design
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as a 'jacket' leading to higher duties