Flax Fedora from Japan
A classic fedora hat shaped from woven flax fabric, with a creased crown and upturned brim. It meets HTS 6505.00.25 criteria for non-knitted flax textile headgear not in strips. Often lined lightly for structure.
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
• Provide weave diagrams if challenged on 'in the piece' vs. sewn strips
• Eco-certifications for flax can aid GSP eligibility; include in docs
• Avoid bulk packing that mimics unfinished shapes