Classic Felt Homburg Hat from Germany
A sophisticated homburg with a curled brim and silk lining, formed from 6501 felt plateaux, trimmed with a bound edge. Falls under HTS 6505.00.08.00 for other felt headgear not prepared for women/girls. A staple in formal menswear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use invoices specifying 'made from 6501 felt plateaux' to support classification over generic felt hats
• Inspect for asbestos content exclusion per chapter notes, requiring material safety data sheets
• Register for CBI if from eligible countries to potentially reduce duties on felt headgear