Felt Hat Finishing Ironer from Japan
Specialized ironing machine with contoured plates that smooth and shape felt hat bodies to final form and surface quality. HTS 8449.00.10.00 covers this finishing machinery for felt hat production. Used by hat manufacturers for dress and uniform hats.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit hat size range and shape memory demonstrating hat-specific design
• Include steam iron compliance with pressure vessel regulations
• Separate hat block components if imported together