Men's Wool Felt Fedora from Japan
A classic men's fedora crafted from wool felt hat bodies sourced from heading 6501, featuring a structured crown and brim, often lined with silk and trimmed with a grosgrain ribbon band. It falls under HTS 6505.00.08.00 as other felt headgear made from hat bodies, hoods, or plateaux of heading 6501, not specifically for women or girls. Ideal for formal and casual wear.
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
• Verify the felt is derived from heading 6501 hat bodies, hoods, or plateaux with supplier documentation to confirm classification
• Label fiber content accurately (e.g
• 100% wool felt) per FTC rules to avoid misclassification penalties
• Check for prohibited trims like certain plastics that could shift to Chapter 39 headings