Nylon Fedora Crown Braid from Germany
Man-made nylon woven braid for fedora hat crowns and sweatbands, sold in continuous rolls for milliners. Falls under HTS 5808.10.40.00 as ornamental braid in the piece of man-made fibers suitable for headwear production. Excludes knitted types per chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Classify based on predominant man-made fiber content; minor cotton blends stay in 5808.10.40
• Prevent reclassification by proving not 'narrow woven fabric' under 5806 via ornamental design