Cotton Pillbox Hat Braid

Structured cotton braid for outlining structured pillbox hats, providing clean decorative edges. Classified HTS 5808.10.40.00 for cotton headwear-suitable braids in the piece, ornamental without embroidery. Popular in formal millinery.

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.

5806Lower: 18% vs 38.2%

If other narrow man-made/cotton blends

General purpose narrow fabrics lack headwear/ornamental specificity.

5811.00Lower: 10% vs 38.2%

If quilted or appliqued elements

Composite trim with padding or appliques moves to heading 5811.

6304.92.00Lower: 23.8% vs 38.2%

If furnishing trims sold in bulk

If marketed for curtains/upholstery rather than hats, uses Chapter 63.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Request advance classification ruling for custom pillbox designs to lock in tariff

Maintain piece form (rolls >5m) to avoid 'made-up article' reclassification

Apparel fiber content rules apply—test for cotton purity >50%

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