HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6117.80 – Clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6117
HS code 6117.80 is the 6-digit subheading for clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6117. It is used for knitted headbands, wristbands, leg warmers, arm warmers and boot cuffs.
What HS 6117.80 covers
This HS code is a 'not elsewhere specified' category for knitted or crocheted clothing accessories, encompassing a diverse range of items that don't fit into more specific categories like scarves or gloves. This includes products such as headbands, wristbands, leg warmers, and other small, often functional or decorative accessories. International trade in this category is highly varied, involving both mass-market items produced in high volumes and niche products catering to specific sports, fashion trends, or subcultures. Major importers are global consumer markets like the United States, the European Union, and Japan, driven by fashion cycles, athletic trends, and seasonal demand. Exporters are typically countries with versatile textile manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Vietnam, and Pakistan, which can adapt quickly to changing accessory trends and produce a wide array of items efficiently.
- Covers
- Knitted headbands
- Wristbands
- Leg warmers
- Arm warmers
- Boot cuffs
- Neck gaiters
- Knitted belts
- Hair scrunchies (knitted)
- Examples
- Nike headbands
- Adidas wristbands
- Lululemon leg warmers
- Buff neck gaiters
- Urban Outfitters knitted accessories
Codes often confused with 6117.80
Common mistake. Often confused with 611710 (scarves, shawls) if the item is worn around the neck but isn't a traditional scarf, or with 611790 (parts of clothing) if it's an accessory that could be seen as a component but is typically sold as a standalone item. The 'n.e.c.' is crucial here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 611780, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 611780 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $711M 57% of world exports
- 2 Spain $69M 5.5% of world exports
- 3 Italy $57M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $205M 20% of world imports
- 2 Japan $95M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $80M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 6117.80 2
Brazil splits HS 6117.80 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6117.80.10 Knitted ties, bow ties and cravatsGravatas, gravatas-borboletas e plastrons
- 6117.80.90 Other knitted clothing accessoriesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 61.17 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6117.80
What is HS code 611780?
HS code 611780 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6117. This HS code is a 'not elsewhere specified' category for knitted or crocheted clothing accessories, encompassing a diverse range of items that don't fit into more specific categories like scarves or gloves. This includes products such as headbands, wristbands, leg warmers, and other small, often functional or decorative accessories. International trade in this category is highly varied, involving both mass-market items produced in high volumes and niche products catering to specific sports, fashion trends, or subcultures. Major importers are global consumer markets like the United States, the European Union, and Japan, driven by fashion cycles, athletic trends, and seasonal demand. Exporters are typically countries with versatile textile manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Vietnam, and Pakistan, which can adapt quickly to changing accessory trends and produce a wide array of items efficiently.
What products fall under HS code 611780?
Knitted headbands, wristbands, leg warmers, arm warmers, boot cuffs, neck gaiters, knitted belts, hair scrunchies (knitted)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 611780?
Often confused with 611710 (scarves, shawls) if the item is worn around the neck but isn't a traditional scarf, or with 611790 (parts of clothing) if it's an accessory that could be seen as a component but is typically sold as a standalone item. The 'n.e.c.' is crucial here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 611780?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 611780 in UN Comtrade data were China ($711M, 57% of world exports), Spain ($69M) and Italy ($57M). World exports came to about $1.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 611780?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 611780 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($205M, 20% of world imports), Japan ($95M) and Germany ($80M). World imports came to about $1.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 611780 structured?
HS code 611780 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (61) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 611780?
Brazil splits HS code 611780 into 2 NCM codes: 6117.80.10 (Knitted ties, bow ties and cravats), 6117.80.90 (Other knitted clothing accessories). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.