Construction Class E Hard Hat
An electrical hazard-rated (Class E) hard hat made of reinforced fiberglass-infused plastic, protecting up to 20,000 volts. It falls under tariff item 6506.10.90 as safety headgear, not specifically listed under the sibling items.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hard hat is specifically marketed for electrical work and meets industrial safety helmet criteria
This sibling item covers industrial safety helmets, which may apply for electrical hazard protection.
If the hard hat is considered a plastic article rather than headgear
Other plastic articles may be classified under Chapter 39 if the headgear function is secondary.
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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
• Provide documentation proving the Class E electrical rating (up to 20,000 volts) to support classification as safety headgear
• Ensure the hard hat meets Canadian electrical safety standards (e.g
• CSA Z94.1)
• Declare the fiberglass-infused plastic composition accurately to avoid misclassification
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