Braided Straw Sun Hat

A wide-brimmed sun hat constructed from braided straw fibers, lined with man-made fabric for comfort. It falls under HTS 6505.00.70 as it is made wholly or in part of braid from man-made fibers, classified as other headgear not in strips.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.8%+35.0%41.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.8%+10.0%16.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.8%+10.0%16.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

6505.00.90Higher: 42.5% vs 41.8%

If predominantly of natural fibers like cotton or wool

Changes to other man-made fiber headgear not specified as braid, based on primary material composition.

6504.00.90Same rate: 41.8%

If felted or made from woven textile fabric without braid

Felt or other textile fabric headgear in Chapter 65 heading 6504 excludes braided constructions.

6501.00Lower: 20.3% vs 41.8%

If produced from plaiting materials in strips

Plaited hats from strips fall under heading 6501, differing from non-strip braided forms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify braid composition meets 'wholly or in part of braid' criteria with lab tests for man-made fibers to avoid reclassification

β€’ Include detailed invoices specifying braid material and construction method to comply with Chapter 65 exclusions like worn headgear