Polyester Braid Boater Hat from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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