Peruvian Chullo Cotton Variant from Japan
Folklore cotton chullo hat hand-loomed in Peruvian highlands, adapted from traditional alpaca but certified cotton. HTS 6505.00.20 covers this as certified folklore cotton headwear, non-knitted. Features ear flaps for high-altitude protection.
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
• Use Peruvian EPEN certificates for handcraft validation
• Declare as individual items, not toy/carnival articles per chapter exclusions
• Monitor brim/ear flap construction to confirm non-strip sewing