Felt Hat Forming Block from Germany
Precision wooden or metal blocks used to shape wet felt hoods into hat forms during steam pressing. Specifically included under HTS 8449.00.50.00 as blocks for making hats. Essential for traditional hat manufacturing.
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
• Provide hat size specifications and material composition; import as sets with forming machines when possible; avoid classifying as mere wooden articles