Wool Beret
A classic soft wool beret, knitted or made up from wool felt fabric, often worn for fashion or casual occasions. It falls under HTS 6505.00.40 as other headgear of wool, not in strips, excluding worn, asbestos, or toy items per chapter notes. Typically unlined or simply trimmed for everyday use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 7.9% | +35.0% | 42.9% |
| π²π½Mexico | 7.9% | +10.0% | 17.9% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 7.9% | +10.0% | 17.9% |
| π©πͺGermany | 7.9% | +10.0% | 17.9% |
| π―π΅Japan | 7.9% | +10.0% | 17.9% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 50% or more by weight of coarse animal hair like mohair
Coarse animal hair wool variants are classified separately from fine wool in other subheadings.
If made from plaited straw or vegetable fibers
Chapter notes direct plaited material headgear to Chapter 65 heading 6501, not textile fabric.
If knitted or crocheted but designed primarily as a fashion accessory scarf with minimal head coverage
Items more akin to shawls or scarves than true headgear shift to Chapter 61 knitted accessories.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Verify wool content exceeds 50% via lab testing for accurate classification under 6505.00.40; blends may shift to man-made fiber subheadings
β’ Include fiber content labels and country of origin declarations to avoid CBP reclassification or penalties
β’ Avoid importing worn or toy berets, as they fall outside Chapter 65 per notes
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Wool Beanie Hat
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