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Cardboard Hat Foundation from Japan

Die-cut cardboard bases for party hats and costume headpieces providing structural form. Falls under HTS 6507.00.00.00 as hat foundations before decoration. Ships flat for cone assembly.

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

Show assembly instructions proving transformation into headgear structure

Avoid Chapter 48 paper classification by documenting headgear end-use specifications

Pre-printed foundation patterns help establish millinery rather than packaging use