Palm Leaf Panama Hat from Mexico
A lightweight hat crafted by sewing strips of dried palm leaves into a Panama-style shape with a high crown and wide brim. Classified in HTS 6504.00.90.45 for headgear made by assembling strips via sewing, distinguishing it from fully woven plaited hats. Often features a leather or fabric sweatband inside.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.8%
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
• Document the sewing process explicitly, as palm leaf hats can be confused with plaited 6504.00.20 if weaving predominates
• Check for pesticide residues on natural plant strips, as agricultural import rules may apply alongside tariff classification
• Ensure trimming like ribbons doesn't exceed 10% value to avoid reclassification as trimmed headgear in other subheadings