Yellow Hard Hat with Plastic Shell

A safety helmet featuring a high-density polyethylene shell for impact protection, commonly used on construction sites. It falls under HTS 6506.91.00.60 as headgear made primarily of plastic, not classified as safety headgear elsewhere. The adjustable suspension system and ventilation slots enhance worker comfort.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6504.00.90Higher: 41.8% vs 35%

If certified as safety headgear for industrial use

Safety helmets meeting specific protective standards are classified in heading 6504, separate from general plastic headgear.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If imported as unfinished plastic shells without suspension

Unassembled plastic components lack headgear functionality, falling under other plastic articles.

6506.10.60.30Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If predominantly of textile materials with plastic trim

Textile-dominant headgear shifts to heading 6506.10, based on chief material value.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the plastic shell composition meets ANSI Z89.1 safety standards to avoid reclassification as safety equipment

Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) for plastics to facilitate customs clearance

Label products clearly with 'Not for use in explosive atmospheres' if applicable to prevent misuse claims

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