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Wool Trouser Waistband from Japan

A detachable waistband component made from wool or fine animal hair fabric, designed specifically as a replacement part for trousers and breeches. It falls under HTS 6217.90.90.55 as it is a part of trousers made from wool or fine animal hair, classified in Chapter 62 for non-knitted made-up textile articles.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify fiber content exceeds 50% wool or fine animal hair via lab tests for accurate classification under (448) subheading

• Include detailed invoices specifying 'trouser parts' to avoid misclassification as finished garments under 6203

• Ensure no retail packaging to prevent reclassification as ensembles or complete articles