Hard Hat with Reinforced Polycarbonate Shell from China
A safety hard hat featuring a shell made from reinforced polycarbonate plastic, designed to protect the head from falling objects in construction sites. It falls under HTS 6506.10.30 due to its reinforced plastic construction meeting safety standards for industrial headgear. The laminated layers enhance impact resistance without using metal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify ANSI Z89.1 or EN 397 certification compliance to avoid customs holds on safety claims
• Include material test reports confirming reinforced or laminated plastic composition during entry
• Avoid misclassification as toy headgear; provide end-use documentation for industrial applications