Indigo Dyed Cotton Turban from China
A hand-loomed cotton turban dyed with natural indigo, emblematic of Rajasthani folklore traditions and certified accordingly. It qualifies for HTS 6505.00.20 as non-knitted cotton headwear with hand-loomed certification. Worn for cultural and ceremonial purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
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
• Secure hand-loom certification from Indian government bodies like the Handloom Export Promotion Council
• Document cultural significance to support folklore product status during customs valuation
• Ensure no synthetic blends; pure cotton verification prevents duty escalation