Felt Beret from China
A classic soft beret crafted from pressed wool felt textile fabric, popular in fashion and uniforms. It qualifies for HTS 6505.00.90 as headgear made up from felt or other textile fabric in the piece, not knitted or lace-specific. Often unlined for everyday wear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for felt composition (non-woven) vs. knitted to prevent misclassification
• Declare if trimmed with leather, as that may invoke additional material rules
• Use HTS advisory rulings for uniform berets to confirm non-safety status