Acrylic Baseball Cap Visor Braid

Man-made acrylic fiber braid for edging baseball cap visors and panels in custom hat manufacturing. Classified in HTS 5808.10.40.00 for man-made fiber braids suitable for headwear, sold in the piece without embroidery. Differentiates from casual apparel trims.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.2%+35.0%38.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇨🇦Canada3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇩🇪Germany3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇯🇵Japan3.2%+10.0%13.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5806.32Lower: 16.2% vs 38.2%

If general narrow man-made woven fabrics

Lacking ornamental braid characteristics or headwear suitability uses 5806.

5903.90.20Lower: 35% vs 38.2%

If coated with textile plastics

Trim reinforced with plastic coating classifies under Chapter 59.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 38.2%

If finished made-up articles

If sold as completed trim pieces rather than 'in the piece,' moves to Chapter 63.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Pair with cap manufacturer purchase orders proving headwear end-use for CBP review

Fiber identification testing recommended; acrylic counts as man-made fiber

Don't overlook quota restrictions (229) for certain man-made trims—check current status

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