Manila Hemp Hat Shape

Unfinished hat shape plaited from manila hemp (abaca) strips, unblocked and without brims, lining, or decoration. Fits 'other' in 6502.00.90.60 for any material strip assemblies per chapter definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.8%+35.0%41.8%
🇲🇽Mexico6.8%+10.0%16.8%
🇨🇦Canada6.8%+10.0%16.8%
🇩🇪Germany6.8%+10.0%16.8%
🇯🇵Japan6.8%+10.0%16.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

5305.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.8%

If unplaited fiber yarns

Raw manila hemp yarns are Chapter 53 bast fibers.

6504.00.30.00Lower: 41% vs 41.8%

If vegetable fiber, blocked

Blocking vegetable shapes enters 6504.

6505.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.8%

If with hair or trim

Added elements make it a 6505 hat of other materials.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare as abaca fiber for accurate valuation; inspect for completeness; use binding rulings for fiber disputes

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