Replacement Patagonia Fleece Jacket from Japan
Patagonia Better Sweater fleece jacket replacing identical model exempted under 9804.00.70 (zipper defect). Original exported under supervision within 60 days. Personal outdoor apparel replacement duty-free under HTS 9804.00.75 for returning resident.
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
• Seasonal apparel must match travel context; summer import of winter gear suspect
• Document sizing identical between original and replacement
• Multiple apparel replacements may trigger commercial quantity concerns