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Woven Fabric Headbands from Germany

Elasticized headbands made from woven polyester-cotton blend, used to keep hair in place during sports. HTS 6217.10.95 covers these as other made-up clothing accessories. Comfortable and adjustable for active wear.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Confirm no plastic components over 10% weight to stay in Chapter 62; declare fiber blend precisely

• Test for colorfastness; common issue is fading labels leading to CBP holds

• Sell as individual accessories, not in sets with hats, to avoid heading 6213