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Cotton Headband

A wide cotton headband made up as a clothing accessory to hold back hair or provide forehead coverage during activities. It is an other made-up accessory of cotton under HTS 6217.10.95.10, not a hat or full garment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+20.0%34.6%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%—14.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%—14.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

6505.00.60Higher: 44.5% vs 34.6%

If structured as a hat or cap

Head coverings classifiable as hats fall under Chapter 65, not clothing accessories.

6117.80.95Same rate: 34.6%

If knitted or crocheted version

Knitted headbands shift to Chapter 61 other knit accessories.

6217.10Same rate: 34.6%

If exceeding 359 cotton specifications

Other cotton accessories not meeting 359 fabric rules go to general cotton subheading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Distinguish from hats (6505) by size and design; document as 'sweatband-style accessory'

• Test for cotton content and woven construction to stay in Chapter 62

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could invoke different end-use rules