Cotton Pillbox Hat Braid from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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%