Abaca Fascinator Braid Edge
This is a decorative abaca edging braid supplied in continuous form, designed for attaching to fascinators and hairpieces. It is a braid in the piece, unembroidered, and made of abaca (Manila hemp), a vegetable textile fibre. It falls under tariff item 5808.10.00 as a braid in the piece, not being knitted or crocheted and not excluded by Chapter 58 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the braid is made of a material not covered by other headings in 5808
Other braids in the piece not elsewhere specified could fall under this residual heading.
If the braid is a plait or similar product of vegetable plaiting materials
Basketware or wickerwork of vegetable materials may be classified in Chapter 46.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the braid is unembroidered and not knitted or crocheted to qualify under 5808.10.00
• Declare the fibre content accurately as abaca (Manila hemp) to avoid misclassification
• Keep supplier documentation showing continuous piece form for CBSA verification
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This is a continuous strip of woven abaca (Manila hemp) braid designed specifically for making or ornamenting hats and caps. It is an ornamental trim in the piece, unembroidered, and made of abaca, a vegetable textile fibre. It qualifies under tariff item 5808.10.00 as a braid in the piece, not being knitted or crocheted.
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