Polyester Windbreaker Pocket Flaps from Japan
Man-made fiber flaps for outer pockets on windbreaker jackets, featuring buttonholes or snaps for attachment. Under HTS 6217.90.90.35 as parts of jackets, these are made-up but unfinished components excluding Chapter 62 exclusions like worn clothing. Used in apparel manufacturing lines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber burn tests for customs verification of man-made composition to avoid vegetable fiber subheadings
• Avoid retail packaging; ship in bulk to reinforce 'parts' status per Chapter 62 notes