Felt Plateau for Fedora Hats from China
A flat, circular felt plateau made from rabbit fur felt, designed as the crown base for fedora-style hats without any blocking or brims. Classified in HTS 6501.00.90.00 for unformed felt plateaux used in high-end hat production. Hatters block and shape it post-import for custom designs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label as 'hat-making felt plateau, unblocked' to clarify use; ensure no pre-brims to stay in 6501; check for fur content declarations if using beaver or rabbit