Polyester Boater Hat Braid from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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