Silk Turban from Japan
A luxurious silk turban wrapped and shaped from high-silk-content fabric (80% silk), used for fashion or cultural attire. It meets HTS 6505.00.90.30 criteria as headgear made up from textile fabric, not lace or knitting.
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
• Provide cultural or use context in documentation if challenged on 'headgear' status
• Test for silk waste content, as blends with waste affect duty but must total 70%+
• Separate sets (turban + accessory) to avoid ensemble classification under 6307