Regalia
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 9810.00.45.00
University Graduation Gown
A traditional black academic gown worn during university commencement ceremonies, featuring velvet panels and academic hood. Classified under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia for nonprofit educational institutions used in official graduation exercises. The chapter notes define regalia as insignia worn upon the person during public exercises of such institutions.
Academic Hood with University Colors
Velvet-trimmed hood in institution-specific colors indicating degree level and field of study, worn with academic gowns at commencements. Falls under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia worn during public educational ceremonies by nonprofit institutions. Excluded from general apparel chapters per specific regalia provisions.
Presidential Medallion and Chain
Gold medallion suspended from heavy chain worn by university president during official academic processions and convocations. HTS 9810.00.45.00 applies as insignia of office worn upon the person during public exercises of nonprofit educational institutions. Chapter notes specifically include such emblems of rank.
Dean Faculty Stole
Ceremonial stole with institutional seal worn by faculty deans during academic processions and degree conferral ceremonies. Classified as regalia under HTS 9810.00.45.00 for nonprofit educational institutions' public exercises. Excluded from textile apparel chapters by specific regalia definition.
Masonic University Lodge Apron
Ceremonial apron worn by university Masonic lodge officers during academic honor society initiations. HTS 9810.00.45.00 covers as regalia worn during public exercises of nonprofit educational fraternity institutions. Chapter notes limit to items worn on person during institutional events.
Honor Society Medallion
Gold medallion on ribbon worn by Phi Beta Kappa members during university honors convocation. Falls under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as academic regalia insignia for nonprofit educational institution ceremonies. Specifically excludes regular wearing apparel per chapter notes.
Chancellor Ceremonial Cap
Velvet mortarboard with gold tassel worn by university chancellor during official academic functions. HTS 9810.00.45.00 applies as regalia worn on person during nonprofit educational institution public exercises. Distinct from general headgear by ceremonial institutional use.
Department Chair Sash
Silk sash with department seal worn diagonally across shoulder by academic department chairs during processions. Classified under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia insignia of office for nonprofit educational public exercises. Chapter notes specify worn-upon-person requirement.
Trustee Embroidered Cufflinks
Institutional seal cufflinks worn by university board of trustees during official meetings and commencements. HTS 9810.00.45.00 covers as regalia insignia worn on person during nonprofit educational institution public exercises. Small size qualifies under worn articles definition.
Student Government President Pin
Gold lapel pin worn by elected student body president during official university functions and assemblies. Falls under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia emblem of student office worn during educational institution public exercises. Chapter notes include such insignia of elected positions.
Alumni Association Banner Bearer Sash
Ceremonial sash worn by designated alumni banner carrier during homecoming and commencement processions. HTS 9810.00.45.00 applies as regalia worn during nonprofit educational institution public exercises. Specifically qualifies as worn insignia per chapter definition.
Provost Velvet Gloves
White velvet gloves worn by university provost when conferring honorary degrees during commencement. Classified under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia worn on person during nonprofit educational public exercises. Excluded from apparel chapters by specific ceremonial use.
Senate Marshal Baton
Silver-tipped ebony baton carried by university faculty senate marshal during academic processions. HTS 9810.00.45.00 covers as regalia borne in hand during nonprofit educational public exercises per chapter notes definition. Distinct from general walking sticks.
Regents Ceremonial Ring
Signet ring with university seal worn by board of regents during official meetings and ceremonies. Falls under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia insignia worn on person by nonprofit educational governing board. Chapter notes include rings as qualifying worn articles.
Commencement Marshal Lanyard
Braided lanyard with whistle and institutional whistle worn around neck by student commencement marshals. HTS 9810.00.45.00 applies as regalia worn during nonprofit educational public graduation exercises. Qualifies under chapter notes borne-in-hand/worn definition.