Linen Hat Ornamental Braid
Woven linen braid with subtle texture for boater hat bands and vintage styles, in piece lengths. HTS 5808.10.50.00 for other textiles (linen) braids for headwear, distinct from narrow fabrics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plain woven linen fabric >30 cm wide
Woven linen fabrics in Chapter 53 unless narrow ornamental.
If narrow woven with gummed edges
5806 notes cover narrow fabrics ≤30 cm, but headwear braids in 5808.
If ready for hat assembly
Hat frames/parts with fabric in Chapter 65.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify pure linen content to prevent cotton misclassification; ensure no tassels/pompons which have separate subheadings; declare end-use as headwear
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