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The tariff classification of a hat headband from Korea.
Issued February 8, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6507.00.0000
Headings: 6507
Product description
The submitted sample is a hat inner headband composed of polypropylene spun-bonded non-woven fabric with an adhesive back. The product is a peel-off, stick-on inside of hat headband used to prevent perspiration or make-up soiling the hat.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the hat headband will be 6507.00.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Headbands, linings covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks (visor) and chinstraps, for headgear.
Full text
NY G86588 February 8, 2001 CLA-2-65:RR:NC:3:353 G86588 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6507.00.0000 Marshall Oh New World Freight Systems 1071 Sneath Lane San Bruno,CA 94066 RE: The tariff classification of a hat headband from Korea. Dear Mr. Oh: In your letter dated January 19, 2001 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample is a hat inner headband composed of polypropylene spun-bonded non-woven fabric with an adhesive back. The product is a peel-off, stick-on inside of hat headband used to prevent perspiration or make-up soiling the hat. You state that the headbands will be cut to size before importation. The applicable subheading for the hat headband will be 6507.00.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Headbands, linings covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks (visor) and chinstraps, for headgear.” The rate of duty will be Free. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Kenneth Reidlinger at 212-637-7084. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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