Felt Plateau for Fedora Hats from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10.3%
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
• 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