About HS Code 611699
This HS code serves as a residual category for knitted or crocheted gloves, mittens, and mitts made from textile materials other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton, or synthetic fibers, and not impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated. This includes items made from specialty natural fibers like silk, linen, ramie, or blends where no single fiber from the other specific categories predominates. International trade in this segment often caters to niche markets, luxury consumers, or those seeking unique material properties such as extreme lightness, specific textures, or hypoallergenic qualities. Importers are typically high-income countries with discerning consumers, while exporters might be countries known for specific textile craftsmanship or unique fiber cultivation. The trade volume is generally lower than for more common fiber types, but the products often command higher unit values due to their specialized nature and material composition.
Products Under This Code
Silk knit gloves, linen blend mittens, bamboo fiber gloves, rayon gloves, modal blend gloves, hemp knit gloves, ramie blend gloves
Real World Examples
Falke silk-blend gloves, Boody bamboo gloves, specialized luxury brand gloves, eco-friendly brand gloves, high-end fashion house gloves
Common Misclassification
Frequently misclassified if the primary fiber is not clearly identified as 'other' or if it's a blend that could be mistaken for a predominant synthetic or natural fiber (e.g., 611692, 611693). Careful material analysis is essential for correct classification.
Products Classified Under 6116.99
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Italy and Japan are key players in producing high-quality gloves from specialty textile materials, catering to luxury markets in Europe and North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 611699?
HS code 611699 covers: Gloves, mittens and mitts; of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber). This HS code serves as a residual category for knitted or crocheted gloves, mittens, and mitts made from textile materials other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton, or synthetic fibers, and not impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated. This includes items made from specialty natural fibers like silk, linen, ramie, or blends where no single fiber from the other specific categories predominates. International trade in this segment often caters to niche markets, luxury consumers, or those seeking unique material properties such as extreme lightness, specific textures, or hypoallergenic qualities. Importers are typically high-income countries with discerning consumers, while exporters might be countries known for specific textile craftsmanship or unique fiber cultivation. The trade volume is generally lower than for more common fiber types, but the products often command higher unit values due to their specialized nature and material composition.
What products fall under HS code 611699?
Silk knit gloves, linen blend mittens, bamboo fiber gloves, rayon gloves, modal blend gloves, hemp knit gloves, ramie blend gloves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 611699?
Frequently misclassified if the primary fiber is not clearly identified as 'other' or if it's a blend that could be mistaken for a predominant synthetic or natural fiber (e.g., 611692, 611693). Careful material analysis is essential for correct classification.
How is HS code 611699 structured?
HS code 611699 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.