Cardboard Hat Foundation from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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