The tariff classification of a headband from China.
Issued January 30, 2015 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6117.80.8500
Headings: 6117
Product description
The sample will be returned to you, as requested. The submitted sample, identified as SKU 15498101, contains two headbands constructed of two different types of material; one fabric is composed of polyester/cotton blend and the other is a PVC reflective tape. Both materials are braided together to form the circular headband. The length of the braided fabric almost encircles the head except for an elastic band that is glued to bottom portion. Each headband measures approximately 1 inch in width and approximately 20 inches in length. The item is a composite good, with the knit fabric providing the essential character.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for SKU 15498101 will be 6117.80.8500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Other made up accessories, knitted or crocheted; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories: other accessories: Other: headbands, ponytail holders and similar articles.
Full text
N260528 January 30, 2015 CLA-2-61:OT:RR:NC:N3:348 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6117.80.8500 Ms. Elizabeth Kessens Dollar General 100 Mission Ridge Goodlettsville, TN 37072 RE: The tariff classification of a headband from China. Dear Ms. Kessens: In your letter dated December 30, 2014, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample will be returned to you, as requested. The submitted sample, identified as SKU 15498101, contains two headbands constructed of two different types of material; one fabric is composed of polyester/cotton blend and the other is a PVC reflective tape. Both materials are braided together to form the circular headband. The length of the braided fabric almost encircles the head except for an elastic band that is glued to bottom portion. Each headband measures approximately 1 inch in width and approximately 20 inches in length. The item is a composite good, with the knit fabric providing the essential character. The applicable subheading for SKU 15498101 will be 6117.80.8500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Other made up accessories, knitted or crocheted; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories: other accessories: Other: headbands, ponytail holders and similar articles. The duty rate will be 14.6 % ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. 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 Rosemarie Hayward via email at [email protected]. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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