6202.30.12.00 - 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 (354)

This HTS classification, 6202.30.12.00, specifically covers women's or girls' overcoats, carcoats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, windbreakers, and similar garments that are not knitted or crocheted. The defining characteristic of this category is the composition of the filling. These garments must contain 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage, with down constituting at least 35 percent by weight of that filling. Furthermore, an alternative criterion for classification is the presence of 10 percent or more by weight of down in the garment.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 6202.30.20 ("Other"), by the precise material composition requirements. While 6202.30.20 would encompass similar outerwear that does not meet the specific down and plumage content thresholds, this classification is reserved for garments where down and waterfowl plumage forms a significant and specified portion of the insulation. The distinction relies on the quantitative analysis of the garment's filling materials.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification purposes is on accurately verifying that the garment meets the stipulated weight percentages for down and waterfowl plumage as outlined in the description. Examples of garments falling under this code would include heavily insulated down parkas or puff jackets designed for cold weather, provided they are for women or girls and are made of cotton.