Alpaca Blend Slouchy Hat from Japan
A soft slouchy hat knitted from 28% alpaca fine hair, 65% polyester, and 7% mohair, with pom-pom detail. Fits HTS 6505.00.60.40 as crocheted/knitted man-made fiber headgear containing ≥23% fine animal hair, braid-free. Luxurious warmth for cold weather.
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
• Differentiate fine animal hair (alpaca) from coarse via fiber diameter tests for accurate classification
• Exclude any sequin or ribbon trim that could be seen as braid
• Register for wool duty drawback if re-exported