Braided Straw Sun Hat from Japan
A wide-brimmed sun hat made from braided straw fibers with a knitted crown lining, designed for summer protection. It falls under HTS 6505.00.50 as it is knitted or crocheted headgear partly of braid from man-made fibers used in the braiding process. The braid construction and textile fabric composition classify it here rather than simple straw hats.
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
• Verify braid composition exceeds 50% man-made fibers via lab testing to confirm HTS 6505.00.50 classification
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'knitted with braid' to avoid reclassification to unfluted straw hats
• Ensure no toy or carnival features to prevent exclusion under Chapter 95 notes