Seagrass Fishing Hat from China
A wide-brim bucket hat sewn from strips of seagrass, ideal for outdoor activities with UV protection. It qualifies for HTS 6504.00.90.45 as other sewn headgear from assembled plant material strips, not plaited. Commonly includes a chin strap and mesh lining for ventilation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming strip assembly method, as seagrass can resemble plaited raffia under 6504.00.20
• Comply with CITES if seagrass sourcing involves protected wetlands; include export permits
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could shift to parts under 6504.00.90 other