Spandex Blend Knitted Headband from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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