Headgear (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $27.2 million of headgear (other) in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. That is 13% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $46.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $27.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $31.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $46.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $38.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $27.7M | 853 t |
| 2018 | $27.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $21.7M | 1.5K t |
Where the United States imports headgear (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), Italy (13%), Mexico (10%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+750% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.2M | 34% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 13% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 10% |
| France | $2.0M | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 6.4% |
| Vietnam | $1.0M | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $833K | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $675K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $671K | 2.5% |
| Cambodia | $434K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.18 per kg, 63% below the world average of $16.50, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Headgear (other) exports from the United States
Exports of headgear (other) by the United States reached $18.7 million in 2024 (305 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 163 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (18%), Germany (18%), Israel (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+636% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.4M | 18% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 18% |
| Israel | $1.5M | 8.1% |
| Bahamas | $1.4M | 7.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $701K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $649K | 3.5% |
| Australia | $505K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $433K | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $415K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States headgear (other) imports (HS 6506.99): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6506.99: Headgear: (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of headgear (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported headgear (other) worth $27.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply headgear (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Italy (13%) and Mexico (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 85 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 750% on the year.
What is the average import price of headgear (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.18 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $16.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of headgear (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.7 million in 2017 to $27.2 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $46.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export headgear (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $18.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Germany and Israel. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for headgear (other)?
The HS code for headgear (other) is subheading 6506.99. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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