Assembled Beanie Hat from U.S. Knit Fabric from Germany
Cuffed knit beanie hat assembled abroad from U.S.-origin pre-cut knit panels. Components retained identity through seaming assembly with minor cleaning, per 9802.00.80.44 note 7(b)(i).
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
• Prove U.S. circular knitting machine production of fabric panels
• Maintain gauge and stitch pattern consistency documentation
• Avoid felting operations that change fabric physical identity