Wool Newsboy Cap from Mexico
A structured wool newsboy cap made from wool textile fabric or felt, featuring a brim and paneled crown for a vintage look. Classified under HTS 6505.00.40 for other wool headgear made up from textile fabric, not sewn strips or excluded toy items. Popular for fall and winter fashion.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document construction method to confirm not made by sewing strips in spirals, per heading 6502 exclusion
• Use invoices specifying wool percentage to prevent misclassification to lower-duty synthetic blends
• Check for linings; excessive complexity might require parts-of-headgear review