Beaver Fur Felt Manchons from Japan
Slit manchons of beaver fur felt, tubular forms for hat body construction without shape or brims. Classified in HTS 6501.00.60.00 as other fur felt items per chapter notes excluding sewn shapes. Used in traditional hat-making processes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lab tests proving fur felt composition to differentiate from wool or hair felt
• Declare exact fur species for customs scrutiny under endangered species regulations
• Avoid bulk packaging that compresses felt, leading to import rejection for damage