Spandex Blend Knitted Headband from Germany
An elastic headband knitted from spandex and polyester blend for sports or hair styling. Under HTS 6505.00.60.90 as knitted headgear of man-made fibers, treated as wide-band hat style. Stretchy fabric holds hair back without clips.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Argue headband as 'headgear' with marketing materials showing head coverage to avoid accessory status
• Test for exact man-made fiber percentage; spandex blends must dominate
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could shift to parts classification