Ethiopian Handwoven Cotton Scarf

A lightweight, handwoven cotton scarf featuring traditional Ethiopian netela patterns, produced entirely in Ethiopia from locally spun cotton yarns. Classifiable under HTS 9819.11.33 as Ethiopia qualifies as a lesser developed beneficiary sub-Saharan African country, with all production from Ethiopian fibers meeting chapter 63 requirements. Represents authentic regional textile heritage.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6307.90.98Higher: 24.5% vs 10%

If sold as made-up textile article set

Made-up textile articles of chapter 63 have different statistical suffixes; individual scarves remain chapter 62/61.

5208.59.40Higher: 41% vs 10%

If imported as bulk fabric rather than finished scarf

Woven fabrics import as chapter 52 rather than finished apparel; completion state determines classification.

6217.10Higher: 24.6% vs 10%

If containing synthetic fibers >50% composition

Predominantly man-made fiber accessories shift to chapter 62 other made-up articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed production records showing Ethiopian cotton ginning, spinning, and weaving to substantiate wholly-formed claim

Include photos/documentation of traditional handloom process as supporting evidence for SSA origin

Watch for misclassification as chapter 63 made-up articles if containing non-SSA components

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