Cotton Knitted Chef Toque from China
Tall, pleated toque hat knitted from cotton for kitchen professionals, breathable and washable. Classifies in HTS 6505.00.15 as knitted cotton headgear, functional for commercial use but still textile-based. Not industrial safety gear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.4%
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
• Distinguish from uniform sets; standalone hats remain headgear, not clothing
• Test for flame-retardant treatments that could shift to safety apparel
• Bulk imports need end-use statements to avoid retail vs commercial mix-ups