Cashmere Beret

A soft, slouchy beret knitted from 100% fine cashmere wool, featuring a classic French style suitable for both men and women. It falls under HTS 6505.00.90.45 as headgear made up from textile fabric of fine animal hair, not in strips, and neither shaped nor blocked. Perfect for everyday winter wear with its luxurious warmth and lightweight feel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+35.0%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6501.00.60.00Lower: 36.4% vs 42.5%

If blocked or shaped during manufacturing

Shaped or blocked hats of fine animal hair move to Chapter 65 heading 6501, excluding knitted or unblocked textile fabric items.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 42.5%

If primarily classified as a knitted accessory rather than headgear

Certain knitted textile accessories like scarves or shawls with incidental head use fall under Chapter 61, not dedicated headgear.

6505.00.90Same rate: 42.5%

If made of coarse animal hair like common wool

Coarse animal hair (e.g., sheep's wool) headgear uses a different subheading within 6505, altering duty rates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 100% fine animal hair like cashmere, as blends may shift classification

Include detailed invoices specifying 'knitted or crocheted headgear of fine animal hair' to avoid reclassification

Watch for country-of-origin rules; cashmere from China often incurs higher duties—consider FTAs for reductions