Sewn Banana Leaf Fedora from Japan
A structured fedora hat assembled by sewing strips of banana leaf fibers, offering a tropical, eco-friendly alternative to felt hats. It qualifies for HTS 6504.00.30.00 as sewn vegetable fiber strip headgear. Ideal for beach or casual wear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include photos or samples showing sewn strip construction during import declaration
• Ensure fibers are unspun vegetable materials
• Common pitfall: over-trimming with non-vegetable materials