HS Code 6506Headgear; n.e.c. in chapter 65, whether or not lined or trimmed
3 six-digit codes · Heading 5 of 6 in Chapter 65 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 6506 is the heading for finished headgear that no narrower Chapter 65 heading claims. It is also known as HSN code 6506 in India.
The WCO writes heading 6506 as a residual bucket: goods of Chapter 65that answer to “Headgear; n.e.c. in chapter 65, whether or not lined or trimmed” and that no more specific heading in the chapter already claims. It still carries 3 six-digit codes, 650610 through 650699, so “other” is not the end of the classification here. The heading is number 5 of 6 in Chapter 65, Headgear and parts thereof, which runs to 8 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 6506
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 650610 | Headgear; safety, whether or not lined or trimmed |
| 650691 | Headgear; (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed |
| 650699 | Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed |
What does HS code 6506 represent?
Think of this heading as the catch-all for finished headgear. You check the more specific hat headings first. If none of them fits, the item lands here.
Lining and trim do not move a product to another heading. A bare cap and a fully trimmed one are treated the same way.
What matters in practice is the split below the heading. It asks whether the item protects the wearer, and then what it is made of.
Safety, rubber, plastic and other headgear: the three codes
The heading holds three six-digit codes. Each one fits a different kind of product.
- 650610: safety headgear, the protective kind.
- 650691: headgear made of rubber or plastics, when it is not a safety item.
- 650699: headgear made of any other material, when it is not a safety item.
How to confirm the correct HS code for headgear
Work through three steps in order. Most mistakes come from skipping the first one.
Step one: ask if the item is made to protect the wearer. Step two: if it is not, look at the main material. Step three: rule out a narrower heading before you settle.
If you are still unsure, test your product in the HS code classifier. Duty rates are set by each country beyond the first six digits, so check them locally once your code is settled.
How 6506 differs from other Chapter 65 headings
Each neighbouring heading covers one clear kind of goods. If your product matches one of them, it does not belong here.
- 6501: felt hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods that are not yet shaped or given a brim.
- 6502: hat-shapes made by plaiting or joining strips, left unfinished, with no lining or trim.
- 6504: finished hats made by plaiting or joining strips of any material.
- 6505: hats made by knitting or crocheting, or sewn up from lace, felt or other fabric. Hair-nets are in this group too.
- These are add-on pieces, not a whole hat.
HS code 6506 import export data
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Nearby headings in Chapter 65
- 6501Hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape nor with…1 code
- 6502Hat-shapes; plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, neither…1 code
- 6504Hats and other headgear; plaited or made by assembling strips of any…1 code
- 6505Hats and other headgear; knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or…1 code
- 6507Head-bands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and…1 code
Who ships under 6506?
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Section XII: Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas; Feathers, chapters 64–67.
HS Code 6506: common questions
What is the HSN code for headgear under this heading?
HSN is the name used in India. The number is the same, so HSN code 6506 points to the same goods as the HS heading.
What is the HS code for safety headgear?
Use 650610. A protective item made of plastic still goes here and not in 650691.
Is heading 6506 the same in different countries?
Countries that use the Harmonized System share the same first six digits. Any digits after that are set locally, so check national rules.
What is the difference between HS 6505 and 6506?
6505 is for hats built from knitted, crocheted or other textile material. 6506 is the leftover group, split by safety use and material.
Are hat linings and chinstraps classified here?
No. They are accessories for headgear, so they go in 6507.
Is other headgear whether or not lined or trimmed covered here?
Yes. A lining or trim does not change the heading, as long as no narrower heading in the chapter claims the item.
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