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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.8%+37.5%44.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6505.00.90Higher: 45% vs 44.3%

If of wool or fine animal hair braid

Braided headgear from wool changes to 6505.00.90 subheading for those materials.

6501.00Lower: 22.8% vs 44.3%

If safety headgear for industrial use

Protective hats regardless of material fall under Chapter 65 heading 6501.

6307.90.98Lower: 27% vs 44.3%

If imported as unfinished textile article

Made-up textile articles not specifically headgear go to Chapter 63.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document sewing method to prove braid construction complies with heading 6502 exclusion notes

β€’ Label fiber content accurately (e.g

β€’ 60% polyester braid) for U.S

β€’ Customs fiber content rules

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging that might imply industrial use, risking reclassification