6201.30.60.00 - Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down (353)

This HTS category, 6201.30.60.00, specifically covers men's or boys' overcoats, carcoats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski jackets), windbreakers, and similar articles that are padded or sleeveless. The defining characteristic of this classification is the composition of the filling. These garments must contain 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage, with down itself constituting at least 35 percent of that weight. Alternatively, garments containing 10 percent or more by weight of down also fall under this heading, provided they meet the other criteria of heading 6201.

Within the broader category of men's or boys' similar outerwear not of heading 6203, this specific subheading differentiates itself from other "Other" categories by its stringent requirements regarding the proportion and type of down and waterfowl plumage used as filling. While other "Other" subcategories might encompass garments filled with synthetic materials, different proportions of down, or specific functional designs, this classification is exclusively for those heavily reliant on high-quality down and waterfowl plumage for insulation and loft.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification under 6201.30.60.00 rests solely on the precise measurement of down and waterfowl plumage content by weight, ensuring the garment meets the specified thresholds for down (35% or more of the plumage weight, and plumage at least 15% of total garment weight, or down at least 10% of total garment weight). Importers and exporters should meticulously document and verify these percentages to ensure accurate classification.