About HS Code 611691
This HS code specifically covers knitted or crocheted gloves, mittens, and mitts made from wool or fine animal hair, excluding those that are impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated. These products are highly valued in international trade for their natural warmth, softness, and breathability, making them popular in colder climates and for luxury fashion. Major importers include countries in North America and Europe, where there is strong consumer demand for high-quality winter accessories and natural fiber products. Exporters often include countries with significant wool production or advanced textile industries capable of processing fine animal hairs like cashmere, alpaca, or merino. The trade is influenced by fashion trends, the rising demand for sustainable and natural materials, and the premium pricing associated with these luxurious fibers. These gloves serve both functional purposes for warmth and as sophisticated fashion statements.
Products Under This Code
Merino wool gloves, cashmere mittens, alpaca fingerless gloves, lambswool knitted gloves, angora blend mittens, thermal wool gloves, yak wool gloves
Real World Examples
Smartwool Merino gloves, Icebreaker wool mittens, Johnstons of Elgin cashmere gloves, Hestra wool ski gloves, Patagonia wool liners
Common Misclassification
Could be confused with 611699 if the animal hair is not specifically wool or fine animal hair, or with 611610 if there's a very subtle water-resistant treatment that might be mistaken for a coating. The key is the natural fiber composition and absence of significant coating.
Products Classified Under 6116.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Italy and the UK are significant producers of fine wool gloves, with strong demand from colder climates in North America and Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 611691?
HS code 611691 covers: Gloves, mittens and mitts; of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber). This HS code specifically covers knitted or crocheted gloves, mittens, and mitts made from wool or fine animal hair, excluding those that are impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated. These products are highly valued in international trade for their natural warmth, softness, and breathability, making them popular in colder climates and for luxury fashion. Major importers include countries in North America and Europe, where there is strong consumer demand for high-quality winter accessories and natural fiber products. Exporters often include countries with significant wool production or advanced textile industries capable of processing fine animal hairs like cashmere, alpaca, or merino. The trade is influenced by fashion trends, the rising demand for sustainable and natural materials, and the premium pricing associated with these luxurious fibers. These gloves serve both functional purposes for warmth and as sophisticated fashion statements.
What products fall under HS code 611691?
Merino wool gloves, cashmere mittens, alpaca fingerless gloves, lambswool knitted gloves, angora blend mittens, thermal wool gloves, yak wool gloves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 611691?
Could be confused with 611699 if the animal hair is not specifically wool or fine animal hair, or with 611610 if there's a very subtle water-resistant treatment that might be mistaken for a coating. The key is the natural fiber composition and absence of significant coating.
How is HS code 611691 structured?
HS code 611691 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (61) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.