Silicone Swimming Cap

A flexible cap made entirely from silicone rubber, designed to keep hair dry during swimming by creating a watertight seal around the head. It falls under HTS 6506.91.00.30 as a bathing cap of rubber, specifically for aquatic activities like lap swimming or competitive events.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6506.99Lower: 18.5% vs 35%

If made primarily of textile materials with rubber coating

Textile-based headgear falls under 'of other materials' rather than pure rubber/plastics in 6506.91

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If imported as bulk rubber sheets or unformed material

Unshaped plastic/rubber articles are classified under Chapter 39 as other plastic items, not finished headgear

9506.29.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If sold as part of a swim training kit for competitive athletes

If marketed and packaged as sports training equipment rather than standalone headgear, it shifts to Chapter 95

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify material composition via lab testing to confirm 100% rubber or plastic content, avoiding reclassification to textile headings

Include swimming-specific labeling and packaging to distinguish from general headgear; provide usage demos if audited