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%+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 structured as a hat or cap

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

6117.80.95Same rate: 32.1%

If knitted or crocheted version

Knitted headbands shift to Chapter 61 other knit accessories.

6217.10Same rate: 32.1%

If exceeding 359 cotton specifications

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

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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