Polyester Boater Hat Braid from Japan
Man-made polyester woven braid for nautical boater hat brims and hatbands, offering durable ornamentation. Under HTS 5808.10.40.00 as braid in the piece of man-made fibers for headwear, not knitted per chapter note. Ideal for summer straw hat finishing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Boater-specific use strengthens 'suitable for headwear' claim—include photos/patterns
• Man-made fiber quotas (229) apply; verify license requirements before shipment
• Dye fastness testing prevents quality disputes affecting classification