Nylon Fedora Crown Braid from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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