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Natural Jute Plaited Hat Forms from Japan

Basic hat shapes from unbleached jute strips plaited without sewing or finishing touches. Classified in 6502.00.40.00 for uncolored, unspun vegetable fiber constructions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Jute fiber certificates prevent confusion with synthetic blends

• Ensure no brims added post-plaiting to maintain raw classification