Polypropylene Straw Sun Hat from Japan
A wide-brimmed sun hat assembled from strips of polypropylene fibers, plaited together without sewing to form a lightweight, breathable headgear suitable for beach or outdoor use. It falls under HTS 6504.00.90.60 as it is made by assembling strips of man-made fibers and is not sewed. The design provides UV protection and packs flat for travel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content is 100% man-made (e.g
• polypropylene) via lab testing to avoid reclassification to natural fiber headings
• Ensure assembly method is plaiting or strip assembly without sewing; provide manufacturing process documentation
• Label as 'not for children under 3' if applicable to prevent toy hat misclassification under Chapter 95