Polyester Braid Boater Hat
A classic boater-style hat featuring a crown and brim made partly from synthetic polyester braid sewn in spirals, fitting HTS 6505.00.70.90 for braided man-made fiber headgear. It includes a textile lining but excludes toy or carnival features per Chapter 65 exclusions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of wool or fine animal hair braid
Braided headgear from wool changes to 6505.00.90 subheading for those materials.
If safety headgear for industrial use
Protective hats regardless of material fall under Chapter 65 heading 6501.
If imported as unfinished textile article
Made-up textile articles not specifically headgear go to Chapter 63.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document sewing method to prove braid construction complies with heading 6502 exclusion notes
• Label fiber content accurately (e.g
• 60% polyester braid) for U.S
• Customs fiber content rules
• Avoid bulk packaging that might imply industrial use, risking reclassification
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