Silk Crochet Ear Warmer from Germany
A headband-style ear warmer crocheted in 70% silk for winter fashion. Falls under HTS 6117.80.30.90 as other silk-heavy knitted accessories, not headgear (6505) due to soft, flexible knit. Chapter 61 applies to made-up clothing accessories.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Prove flexibility to distinguish from rigid headgear; declare HTS precisely to avoid audits
• Partner with accredited labs for silk verification