6505.00.50.45 - Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (659)

This classification, HTS Code 6505.00.50.45, specifically covers visors and other headgear designed to provide no crown coverage, manufactured from man-made fibers and constructed from knitted or crocheted fabric, or made up from knitted or crocheted fabric which is wholly or in part of braid. These items are typically characterized by their open-top design, offering protection from sun or other elements without covering the top of the head. Examples include sports visors, promotional headbands with brims, and certain types of caps where the crown is intentionally omitted or open.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 6505.00.50.90 (Other), by the explicit requirement that the headgear must be either knitted or crocheted, or be made up from fabric that is wholly or in part of braid. While both fall under the broader "Other" categories for man-made fiber headgear made from knitted or crocheted material, this specific code zeroes in on the construction method involving braid. This means items that are sewn from non-braided knitted or crocheted fabric, or those made from other man-made fiber textiles that don't meet the braid requirement, would likely fall under the sibling category.

As a leaf node, HTS Code 6505.00.50.45 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification hinges directly on the combination of its open-crown design, its construction from man-made fibers, and its origin from knitted or crocheted material that is wholly or in part of braid. Importers should carefully assess the material composition and manufacturing method to ensure accurate classification.