Velcro Hair Gripping Bands from Japan
Flexible bands with hook-and-loop fasteners for sectioning hair during styling. Classified as 'curling grips, hair-curlers and the like' under HTS 9615.90.60.00.
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
• Document hook-and-loop as integral hair styling feature, not separable apparel fastener
• Provide usage photos showing hair sectioning to support 9615 classification
• Avoid 'multi-purpose band' labeling which invites Chapter 39 plastic article status