Sewn Abaca Straw Boater Hat from Mexico
A flat-topped boater hat made by sewing strips of abaca (Manila hemp) fiber. The sewn construction from unspun vegetable fibrous materials places it under tariff item 6504.00.10, which covers hats plaited in a single piece or made of fur-felt or wool-felt for use in the manufacture of hats.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Ensure the hats are imported as parts for hat manufacturing to qualify for this tariff item; provide a declaration of use
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to show the sewn assembly
• Verify the abaca fibers are unspun and meet the chapter 65 note 2 requirements