Cashmere Knitted Headband

A soft, stretchy headband crocheted from pure cashmere (fine goat hair), ideal for keeping hair in place and ears warm. It qualifies under HTS 6117.80.95.20 as a knitted accessory of fine animal hair, separate from hair nets or garment components. No tightening drawstrings ensure it remains an 'other' accessory.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+17.5%32.1%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%+10.0%24.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6505.00.60Higher: 42% vs 32.1%

If designed as headgear for retail sale

Headbands resembling hats or with stiffening classify in Chapter 65 as headgear, not clothing accessories.

6117.80Same rate: 32.1%

If of other textile materials like cotton

Non-wool/fine hair headbands fall under residual 6117.80.90, with potentially different duty applications.

5609.00.40Higher: 38.9% vs 32.1%

If imported as bulk knit fabric, not made-up

Unmade-up knitted fabric strips shift to Chapter 56, avoiding made-up accessory duties.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use detailed photos in entries showing knit structure to distinguish from woven headbands in other chapters

Comply with textile labeling laws specifying cashmere content to prevent duty reassessment

Avoid importing with hats; sets may classify under 6117 as ensembles if matching fabric

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