Straw Cowboy Hat
A classic wide-brimmed cowboy hat assembled from woven wheat straw strips, often lined for comfort. The hat is made by plaiting or assembling strips of wheat straw, a vegetable material, making it classifiable under heading 65.04. It is a popular choice for outdoor and western-style wear.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hat is plaited in a single piece for hat manufacturing
This item covers industrial hat shapes, not finished consumer hats.
If the hat is made of molded straw or paperboard
Molded headgear falls under heading 65.06.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the hat is assembled from wheat straw strips and not molded from straw pulp, which would fall under a different heading
• Ensure the lining does not change the essential character of the hat
• Keep documentation of the plaiting process for CBSA inspection
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