Polyester Millinery Braid from Japan
A man-made fiber polyester braid in continuous piece form, used for decorating hat brims and crowns in hat production. Classified under HTS 5808.10.40.00 for ornamental braids suitable for headwear made from man-made fibers, excluding embroidery or knitting. Its structured weave distinguishes it from simple ribbons.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include samples or technical specs showing headwear suitability to support subheading 10.40 classification
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as general ribbon, which could trigger Chapter 54 reclassification
• Ensure no embroidery elements, as those would move to heading 5810