Vulcanized Rubber Swim Cap
A form-fitting swim cap made of stretchy vulcanized rubber to reduce water drag and protect hair. Though Chapter 65 excludes bathing caps generally, pure vulcanized rubber versions classify under HTS 4015.90.00 as apparel accessories. It is treated as rubber apparel due to material primacy.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If textile or plastic construction
Headgear of other materials, including bathing caps, in Chapter 65.
If silicone or plastic swim caps
Swim caps of plastics classify in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm no textile lining; pure rubber keeps it in Chapter 40
• Market as 'apparel accessory' not headgear to align with notes
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