Cotton Baseball Visor Cap from Japan
A lightweight cotton visor cap designed for baseball players and casual wear, featuring a stiff bill for sun protection but no crown coverage above the forehead. It is made up from woven cotton fabric, not knitted, and provides shade without enclosing the top of the head. This classifies under HTS 6505.00.25.45 as cotton headgear offering no crown covering.
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
• Verify cotton content exceeds 50% with lab tests or supplier certificates to avoid reclassification under man-made fiber headings
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'visor only, no crown coverage' to prevent disputes at customs
• Label products with fiber content and country of origin per FTC and CBP requirements to avoid penalties