Straw Raffia Hat Shape from Mexico
Unfinished hat shape assembled from plaited raffia straw strips, neither blocked nor featuring made brims, lining, or trim. It falls under HTS 6502.00.90.60 as a plaited strip assembly for hat-making, per chapter notes excluding sewn shapes beyond simple spirals.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify material is plaited strips, not blocked or trimmed to avoid reclassification; provide assembly process documentation; ensure no lining for Chapter 65 eligibility