Unbleached Manila Hemp Hat Shapes
Hat bodies assembled by plaiting uncolored manila hemp (abaca) fibrous strips, without sewing, brims, or decoration. Fits 6502.00.40.00 as unspun vegetable material shapes, raw for millinery use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically of abaca (manila hemp)
Abaca has a statistical breakout under other 6502.00.90 subheadings.
If made into woven fabric rather than plaited shapes
Woven abaca fabrics shift to Chapter 53 textile yarns and fabrics.
If further processed into safety headgear bases
Plaited shapes for safety hats may classify under 6506 for protective headgear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide fiber content lab tests confirming no bleaching agents used
• Declare exact plaiting method to differentiate from sewn exclusions in notes
• Watch for contamination with colored fibers, requiring full shipment re-inspection
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