Crocheted Prayer Shawls from China
Lightweight crocheted prayer shawls from acrylic yarn provide comfort during worship or meditation, often with fringe details. HTS 6117.80.95 includes as other made-up accessories when sized for shoulders only, distinct from full-body coverings. Cultural use fits accessory role.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34.6%
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
• Size documentation differentiates from full shawls (6117.20)
• Cultural sensitivity training for customs brokers recommended
• Fringe length specs prevent blanket misclassification