Indigo Dyed Cotton Turban from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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