Braided Spandex Sports Headband from China
Elasticated sports headband braided from spandex and nylon for sweat-wicking during activities. HTS 6505.00.70 applies as it's headgear made in part of man-made braid, not strips.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Differentiate from knitted bands via construction affidavits
• Comply with textile visa requirements for originating countries
• Watch for end-use shifts to industrial if sold B2B in bulk