Cotton Beanie Hat from Japan
A soft, slouchy beanie hat made from knitted cotton fabric, typically worn for casual or winter use. It falls under HTS 6505.00.90 as headgear knitted or crocheted from textile fabric, not in strips, and not specifically covered by other subheadings like safety hats. Unlined or simply trimmed versions are common.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests for accurate labeling and classification under textile quotas
• Include invoices specifying 'knitted or crocheted' construction to avoid reclassification as woven
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain cotton products from specific countries