Nylon Headband Balaclava from China
Knitted nylon balaclava covering head and neck, with headband style opening. Classed under HTS 6114.30.30 as 'other' man-made fiber garment, distinct from ski-suits or hats. Used for cold weather sports.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Describe as 'face/neck covering' not 'hat' to avoid headgear chapters
• Provide photos showing knitted construction for customs verification
• Check against 6112 ski-suit definitions if marketed for skiing