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6506.10.60.45 - Athletic, recreational and sporting headgear 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitydoz., kg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty25%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS classification, 6506.10.60.45, specifically designates athletic, recreational, and sporting headgear. This category encompasses a wide array of protective head coverings designed for participation in sports and outdoor activities. Examples include helmets for cycling, skateboarding, skiing, baseball caps for active sports, and other headwear intended to provide protection or performance enhancement during physical exertion. The primary criterion for inclusion is the demonstrable purpose of the headgear in athletic or recreational pursuits.

This specific subheading is distinguished from its sibling, 6506.10.60.75, which is also categorized under "Other" safety headgear. While both fall under the broader umbrella of safety headgear, 6506.10.60.45 is exclusively for headwear designed for athletic, recreational, and sporting activities. The sibling category would likely encompass safety headgear for other industrial or professional applications not directly related to sports or recreation, such as construction or industrial safety helmets.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subcategories. Classification within 6506.10.60.45 is determined by the primary function and intended use of the headgear. If a headgear's design and marketing clearly indicate its use in sporting or recreational activities, and it meets the criteria of safety headgear, it would be classified here. Absence of specific purpose-driven features for athletic use would necessitate consideration of other HTS categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 6506.10.60.45?
HTS code 6506.10.60.45 covers Athletic, recreational and sporting headgear under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 65: Headgear and parts thereof.
›What products are classified under 6506.10.60.45?
This classification covers Athletic, recreational and sporting headgear. It is a subcategory of Other:.
›What is the import duty rate for 6506.10.60.45?
The general rate of duty for HTS 6506.10.60.45 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 25%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 6506.10.60.45?
Imports under HTS 6506.10.60.45 are measured in doz.","kg.

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