Investigations; Determinations, Modifications, and Rulings, etc.: Certain Pre-Stretched Synthetic Braiding Hair and Packaging Therefor
CBP issued a final determination that certain pre-stretched synthetic braiding hair from China is subject to antidumping duties, with a new scope ruling affecting classification and duty rates.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Small Cross-Border Importers space on July 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Importers of synthetic braiding hair from China, especially those using HTSUS 5404.19.80 or similar codes. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate; entries entered after the effective date of the ruling (likely within 30 days of publication) must comply.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Small Cross-Border Importers continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
CBP ruled that pre-stretched synthetic braiding hair is covered by the existing antidumping duty order on certain braiding hair from China, requiring a specific duty deposit rate.
Who it affects
Importers of synthetic braiding hair from China, especially those using HTSUS 5404.19.80 or similar codes.
What you must do
Review current HTS classifications and ensure correct duty deposits for affected products; file any required entry summaries with updated rates.
Deadline
Immediate; entries entered after the effective date of the ruling (likely within 30 days of publication) must comply.
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