Toquilla Straw Trilby from Japan
A slim-brim trilby hat sewn from fine toquilla palm strips, mimicking fine weave but via strip assembly. Under HTS 6504.00.90.45 for other sewn strip headgear, not plaited. Features a feather trim and grosgrain band.
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
• Source from certified Ecuadorian artisans for GSP eligibility on plant strips
• Document strip processing (drying, dyeing) to prove non-textile origin
• Inspect for insect damage common in palm imports, requiring phytosanitary certificates