Palm Leaf Cowboy Hat from Germany
Cowboy-style hat woven from dried palm leaf strips, assembled without sewing for rugged use. HTS 6504.00.60.00 applies to its plaited vegetable fiber construction. Ideal for outdoor activities.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide production photos showing strip plaiting process to counter potential sewing misclassification
• For large volumes, pre-apply for binding rulings on fiber content from CBP
• Avoid adding sewn bands early; import plain and finish domestically if needed