Bleached Bamboo Strip Hat Bases
Plaited hat shape bases from bleached bamboo strips, not sewn, unblocked to shape, without brims, lining, or any trim. These bleached vegetable fiber assemblies are classified under tariff item 6502.00.00 as hat-shapes made by assembling strips.
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 hat bases are blocked to shape or have made brims
Blocked or brimmed bamboo hats are classified under heading 65.04.
If the hat bases are lined or trimmed
Lined or trimmed bamboo headgear falls under heading 65.05.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the bamboo strips are bleached but not colored, and that the hat base is not sewn or blocked
• Keep documentation of the bleaching process if CBSA requests verification
• Verify the duty rate for bleached vegetable fiber hat shapes
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