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Qiviut Wool Watch Cap

An ultra-warm watch cap crocheted from qiviut muskox underwool, prized for Arctic-level insulation. Fits HTS 6505.00.90.45 as made-up headgear from fine animal hair textile fabric, unlined. Designed for extreme cold environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+37.5%45%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6501.00.30.00Lower: 37.5% vs 45%

If straw-plaited with fine hair elements

Headgear plaited from vegetable fibers with hair accents uses 6501.00.30.

6505.00.90Same rate: 45%

If of other textile materials like cotton blends

Non-animal hair textile headgear falls under broader 6505.00.90.80.

6309.00.00.10Lower: 7.5% vs 45%

If explicitly worn or used

Any worn headgear, per Chapter Note (a), classifies to 6309 regardless of material.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain origin certificates from indigenous suppliers to support 'fine hair' and GSP eligibility

• Burn test affidavits confirm protein fiber content against synthetics

• Mark as 'retail headgear' to dodge bulk yarn or component reclassification