Knitted or Crocheted Ski Suits

Classification under 611220 requires that the outer shell fabric be knitted or crocheted rather than woven. The determination is made by examining the fabric structure under magnification: knitted fabrics have interlocking loops, while woven fabrics have interlacing warp and weft yarns. When a ski suit combines knitted and woven panels, classification follows the component that gives the article its essential character, typically the outer shell. A licensed customs broker or CBP binding ruling can resolve ambiguous cases.

The US schedule under 611220 assigns separate 10-digit lines to individual ski suit components (e.g., 6112201040 for women's/girls' padded sleeveless jackets with attached sleeves, 6112201060–6112201070 for trousers and breeches). When components are imported separately rather than as a complete suit, each must be classified on its own line. Importers should also confirm that a standalone padded jacket does not instead classify as an anorak or similar outerwear article under a different heading.