Vicuña Beanie from Germany
A premium knit beanie from rare vicuña wool, the finest natural fiber known for its unmatched warmth-to-weight ratio. It qualifies for HTS 6505.00.90.45 as knitted headgear made up from fine animal hair textile, not in strips or shaped. Luxury item for high-end fashion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Source CITES documentation for vicuña, as it's protected—essential for CBP clearance
• Detail yarn count and weave type in manifests to prove 'fine animal hair' status
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail-ready units reinforce headgear classification over yarn