Slit Manchons of Synthetic Felt from Japan
Slit manchons crafted from man-made fiber felt, slit for easy shaping into hoods, neither blocked nor brimmed, ideal for costume or fashion hat bases. HTS 6501.00.90.00 covers these unformed felt components explicitly as per tariff description. They provide flexibility for artisans to form custom headwear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare fiber type accurately for man-made vs natural felt; avoid sewing spirals which excludes from 6502 note but confirm no such construction here; bundle in bulk to prevent retail set classification