The US market rewards consistency over novelty. Here is how American buyers structure factory-direct sourcing to keep shade and quality stable across reorders.
What the US Market Buys
Straight, body wave and deep wave dominate, with 18"–24" the volume core and closures/frontals attached to most orders. Natural black and off-black lead, followed by a steady #613 blonde base for salons that tone in-house. In metro markets where clients colour frequently, unprocessed hair with the cuticle intact moves well; ask for it by definition, since letter grades such as 13A–14A are vendor labels, not a standard.
Why US Buyers Go Factory-Direct
Domestic wholesalers add a layer of margin and, more importantly, a layer of variability — they blend factories. Buying direct from the manufacturer and exporter fixes the shade, weft and grade to one production line, which is what makes repeat customers stay.
Shipping, Duty and Timing
- DHL Express and FedEx deliver door to door to the USA in 5–7 business days.
- The HTS lists human hair (6703.00.30) and wigs of human hair (6704.20) as Free under Column 1 General; additional Chapter 99 duties can apply on top. Duty-free de minimis entry for shipments of $800 or less was suspended for all countries by Executive Order 14324 (Federal Register, 5 Aug 2025), so every shipment needs an entry.
- Full documentation (invoice, packing list, AWB, COO where relevant) prevents clearance holds.
Reorder Planning
Track sell-through by SKU weekly and reorder at a 30-day cover threshold rather than when you run out — that way production and freight time never create a stockout. Lock your two hero SKUs with the factory so the same batch profile is reserved for you during peak season.
Direct From India Office
As a direct manufacturer and exporter, Suvita Hair Global supplies raw, virgin and Remy temple-sourced human hair to salons, wholesalers, and private labels worldwide.
Importing into USA: duty, VAT, delivery and payment
Official tariff readings for human hair (HS 6703) and wigs and hairpieces of human hair (HS 6704.20), with the source for each. Shipments travel DAP by DHL Express or FedEx, so duty and import VAT are paid on arrival. Orders are prepared in 2–3 working days after payment, which is 100% in advance.
USA
- Delivery
- 5–7 business days door to door, DHL Express or FedEx, tracked.
- Import duty
- HS 6703: Free · HS 6704.20: Free (HTS 6703.00.30, Column 1 General). Additional duties under HTS Chapter 99, including country-specific tariffs introduced since 2025, can apply on top and change at short notice. Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, read 2026-10-27.
- Import VAT
- There is no federal import VAT; state sales tax applies at the point of sale.
- Payment
- USD by ACH or Fedwire to our US account, or international bank transfer (SWIFT), card via Razorpay link, PayPal or Western Union / MoneyGram.
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Who are you buying for?
We manufacture and export premium human hair worldwide — and we price each buyer type differently. Tell us who you're buying for and our export desk sends the matching price list, MOQ and shipping quote within 24 hours.
Wholesale / Bulk
Wholesale buyers, online sellers and beauty brands ordering in bulk for resale. As a manufacturer and exporter we quote factory-direct wholesale pricing with volume slabs, export documentation and consolidated shipping.
- Factory-direct wholesale price slabs
- Volume discounts from 20 pieces
- Full export documentation & invoicing
- Order sample before bulk confirmation
All buyer types we quote for
Can I buy hair extensions, wigs and bundles for personal use, not wholesale?
Yes. Suvita Hair is a manufacturer and exporter based in India and we accept personal-use orders from 1 piece. Personal-use buyers are quoted retail-use pricing with colour matching support and door-to-door express delivery worldwide. Select "Personal Use" when you enquire so we send the correct price list.
What is the minimum order quantity for wholesale hair extensions, wigs and bundles?
Wholesale pricing starts from 20 pieces, with deeper volume slabs at 50 and 100+ pieces. Distributors ordering 100+ pieces or committing to monthly shipments receive our best per-piece manufacturer rate. Order a sample first to verify quality before confirming a bulk order.
Do you offer salon pricing for stylists?
Yes. Salons, extension studios and freelance stylists buying roughly 5–20 pieces per order receive a dedicated salon slab with mixed length and texture packs, batch-to-batch colour consistency and priority reorders.
Do you supply distributors and private-label brands?
We supply importers and distributors with territory pricing, reserved monthly production slots and complete export documentation (invoice, packing list, HS code, certificate of origin). For private-label brands we manufacture under your label with custom packaging, branded tags and hang cards from 50 pieces per SKU.
Are you a manufacturer or a reseller?
Suvita Hair is a direct manufacturer and exporter of 100% Remy human hair, producing raw, virgin and Remy hair at our facility in Delhi, India, with active buyers in 23 countries. Buying from us removes middlemen mark-ups for every buyer type — retail, salon, wholesale, distributor and private-label.
Expert Answers (FAQ)
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Q:What import duty applies to hair extensions in USA?
Ready to source premium human hair — factory-direct?
Suvita Hair supplies wholesale extensions, wigs and bundles to salons, distributors and beauty brands across 189+ markets. Reply within 24 hours, DHL door-delivery, no middlemen.
- Factory-direct wholesale rates
- Sample orders accepted
- No MOQ — sample orders welcome
- IEC & GSTIN registered exporter
Suvita Hair Editorial Team
Seven+ years sourcing, grading, and exporting Indian human hair to wholesale buyers on every continent. We write to help salons and distributors buy smarter — no fluff, just what we actually see in the factory.
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