Knitted Braid Cloche Hat from Japan
A vintage-style cloche hat with knitted man-made fiber crown and braided band. Falls under HTS 6505.00.50 for its knitted construction and partial braid of man-made fibers. This textile makeup differentiates it from felt or lace-only hats.
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
• Test for man-made fiber content in braid to affirm 6505.00.50 over other subheadings
• Declare as 'finished headgear' not shapes to avoid 6502 exclusion
• Watch for Chapter 63 worn clothing exclusions if second-hand