Polyester Boater Hat Braid from Germany
Man-made polyester woven braid for nautical boater hat brims and hatbands, offering durable ornamentation. Under HTS 5808.10.40.00 as braid in the piece of man-made fibers for headwear, not knitted per chapter note. Ideal for summer straw hat finishing.
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
• Boater-specific use strengthens 'suitable for headwear' claim—include photos/patterns
• Man-made fiber quotas (229) apply; verify license requirements before shipment
• Dye fastness testing prevents quality disputes affecting classification