Nylon Headband Balaclava from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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