Alpaca Wool Mantilla from Germany
A traditional lace-like shawl made from soft alpaca fiber, often worn over the head and shoulders for formal occasions like weddings. It qualifies under HTS 6214.20.00.00 as a mantilla of fine animal hair (alpaca is classified as such), rectangular and exceeding 60 cm sides. Made-up from woven fabric, not orthopedic.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Source from Andean regions with CITES documentation if pure alpaca to comply with wildlife regs
• Declare as 'mantilla' precisely; vague terms like 'veil' risk scrutiny under veil subheadings