Synthetic Rush Hat Shape from Japan
Assembled hat shape from plastic synthetic rush strips plaited together, unblocked, brimless, unlined, and untrimmed for versatile hat-making. Fits 6502.00.90 as 'strips of any material' neither sewn extensively nor shaped.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify 'synthetic fiber strips' in invoices; test for composition to avoid textile Chapter 59
• Prove minimal sewing (e.g
• spiral only) per heading 6502 note to stay classified here
• Watch for bulk vs retail packing—retail may imply trimming