Sewn Abaca Straw Boater Hat from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify abaca as a vegetable fiber and detail sewing method in invoices
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics unfinished shapes
• Test for durability to counter quality claims