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Acrylic Braid Beret

A soft beret shaped from acrylic fiber braid sewn into textile fabric form, lined with synthetic material, classified in HTS 6505.00.70.90 for other man-made fiber braided headgear. It avoids Chapter 65 exclusions like toy hats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.8%+37.5%44.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6505.00.40Higher: 45.4% vs 44.3%

If of cotton braid

Cotton-based braided headgear falls under 6505.00.40 subheading.

6117.80.95Lower: 34.6% vs 44.3%

If classified as knitted accessory

Some knitted headgear might shift to Chapter 61 if not 'made up' as hats.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Test for flammability if for infant use, as headgear may trigger CPSIA requirements

β€’ Declare exact braid percentage to prevent upcharge to higher duty lines

β€’ Use HTS advisory rulings for complex braid constructions