Cotton Sun Hat
A wide-brimmed hat made from woven cotton fabric, designed for sun protection with a soft crown and optional chin strap. It falls under HTS 6505.00.25 as it is made up from cotton textile fabric, not knitted, and not in strips. The hat is typically unlined or lightly trimmed for casual outdoor use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 7.5% | +35.0% | 42.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| π©πͺGermany | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| π―π΅Japan | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made primarily from man-made fibers like polyester
Heading shifts to 'other materials' when cotton/flax content is less than predominant, per Chapter 65 material composition rules.
If in strip form or hat shapes plaited from textile strips
Chapter notes exclude strip-made items from 6505; they classify under 6501 for plaited or strip constructions.
If of wool, fine animal hair, or containing 50%+ by weight
Material blend exceeding 50% wool/hair moves to specific wool headings within 6505, differentiating from cotton/flax.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Verify fiber content is primarily cotton or flax via lab testing to confirm classification under 6505.00.25 and avoid reclassification to man-made fiber headings
β’ Include detailed invoices specifying 'woven cotton hat, not knitted' to prevent customs disputes on construction method
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