6211.49.25.80 - Jackets and jacket-type garments excluded from heading 6202 (835)

This HTS category, 6211.49.25.80, specifically covers jackets and jacket-type garments designed for women or girls that are excluded from the scope of heading 6202. These garments are characterized by their outerwear function and typically feature a front opening, sleeves, and a collar or hood, providing protection and warmth. While belonging to the broader classification of "other garments" made from non-knitted or crocheted textile materials, their defining characteristic is their exclusion from the more specific classification of women's or girls' anoraks, windbreakers, and similar garments under heading 6202.

To distinguish this category from its siblings, it is crucial to understand the nuances of the adjacent classifications. For instance, while 6211.49.25.10 and 6211.49.25.20 cover more integrated items like coveralls, jumpsuits, and playsuits, and 6211.49.25.50 specifically addresses sleeveless blouses and shirt-blouses, this category focuses on distinct jacket-style outerwear. Similarly, items like "jumpers" (6211.49.25.60) have their own specific classifications, reinforcing the need to precisely identify the garment's construction and intended use to avoid misclassification.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subdivisions under this specific code. Therefore, classification into 6211.49.25.80 relies on a thorough assessment of the garment's design, construction, material composition, and its intended purpose, ensuring it meets the criteria of a jacket-type garment while falling outside the more narrowly defined categories. Consideration should be given to distinguishing features that might otherwise place the garment under a different heading, such as elaborate embellishments or specific functional requirements that align with other specialized garment types.