Braided Raffia Beach Hat from Japan
A floppy beach hat crafted from braided raffia with crocheted man-made fiber accents for durability. Classified under HTS 6505.00.50 due to its partial braid construction from man-made fibers and crocheted textile elements. This distinguishes it from plain vegetable fiber hats.
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
• Provide fiber content labels certifying man-made braid percentage for 6505.00.50 eligibility
• Avoid bulk packaging that might imply industrial use, risking shift to parts classification
• Document as 'retail headgear' to prevent misclassification under hat shapes