Sewn Abaca Straw Boater Hat

A flat-topped boater hat made by sewing manila abaca fiber strips, popular for summer boating attire. Falls under HTS 6504.00.30.00 for its sewn construction from unspun vegetable fibrous materials. Typically features a striped ribbon band.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6%+35.0%41%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6%+10.0%16%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6%+10.0%16%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6%+10.0%16%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

6502.00.20.00Lower: 38.4% vs 41%

If imported as plaited hat shapes, not fully sewn

Unfinished plaited shapes from vegetable fibers are in 6502, per heading notes excluding sewn strips.

6505.00.90Higher: 42.5% vs 41%

If combined with significant cotton or other textile materials

Mixed material composition exceeding vegetable fibers shifts to 'other' headgear in 6505.

9505.90.60.00Lower: 10% vs 41%

If designed as a toy or carnival article

Chapter note excludes dolls' hats or carnival articles to Chapter 95.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Certify abaca as a vegetable fiber and detail sewing method in invoices

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging that mimics unfinished shapes

β€’ Test for durability to counter quality claims

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