Ship Officer Leather Jacket from China
Genuine leather jacket imported by merchant marine officer for personal wear during international voyages. Classified under 9804.00.80 as reasonable apparel for crew personal use, to be taken out when resuming vessel employment. Excludes commercial quantities.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide employment contract and vessel manifest proving international service; avoid bulk imports; document intent to export upon return to duty