Cotton Knitted Chef Toque from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
17.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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