Natural Palm Leaf Hat Cones

Cone hat shapes plaited from unbleached palm leaves strips, unlined and unblocked. Classified under HTS 6502.00.40.00 for vegetable fiber plaits that are not sewn, colored, or finished.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+35.0%39%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪Germany4%+10.0%14%
🇯🇵Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6502.00Same rate: 39%

If of wood or raffia with specific assembly

Raffia or wood plaits have dedicated unbleached subheadings.

4602.19Lower: 12.3% vs 39%

If for bulk palm plaiting sold by length, not shapes

Unformed plaiting materials are Chapter 46, not hat-specific 6502.

6504.00.90Higher: 41.8% vs 39%

If trimmed or lined for direct decoration

Any trimming or lining completes them as hats under 6504.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify palm species sustainability to meet import regulations on tropical materials

Ensure no dyeing; visual and chemical checks prevent misclassification

Label as 'not blocked to shape' with dimensions to confirm raw status