Braided Straw Sun Hat from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify braid composition meets 'wholly or in part of braid' criteria with lab tests for man-made fibers to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed invoices specifying braid material and construction method to comply with Chapter 65 exclusions like worn headgear