HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6506.99 – Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed
HS code 6506.99 is the 6-digit subheading for headgear, (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed. It is used for baseball caps (fabric), felt fedoras, knitted beanies, straw sun hats and wool berets.
What HS 6506.99 covers
This HS code covers a vast array of non-safety headgear, excluding items made from rubber or plastic, encompassing everything from casual wear to fashion accessories. It's a dynamic category in international trade, driven by fashion trends, seasonal demand, and cultural preferences. Importers typically include large retail chains, fashion boutiques, sports apparel companies, and online retailers looking to stock diverse headwear collections. Exporters are often manufacturers located in countries with strong textile industries, such as China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh, as well as specialized producers in Europe and North America known for quality and design. Key considerations for trade include material composition (e.g., wool, cotton, felt, straw), whether the item is lined or trimmed, and its intended use, as these factors influence pricing, duties, and consumer appeal. The market is highly competitive, with a constant influx of new designs and styles.
- Covers
- Baseball caps (fabric)
- Felt fedoras
- Knitted beanies
- Straw sun hats
- Wool berets
- Cowboy hats (leather/felt)
- Bucket hats (fabric)
- Visors (fabric)
- Examples
- New Era 59FIFTY Cap
- Stetson Open Road Hat
- Kangol Bermuda Casual
- Tilley Endurables Airflo Hat
- Patagonia Beanie
Codes often confused with 6506.99
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 650500 (hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted) or 650610 (safety headgear). The distinction lies in the manufacturing method (not knitted/crocheted) and the non-safety function, as well as the exclusion of rubber/plastic materials.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 650699, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 650699 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 13% 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 $291M 49% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $59M 9.9% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $54M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $597M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $54M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $27M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 Ukraine* ~$25M 5.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $435M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 code for 6506.99
Brazil does not split HS 6506.99: its NCM code is 6506.99.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 65.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6506.99
What is HS code 650699?
HS code 650699 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed. This HS code covers a vast array of non-safety headgear, excluding items made from rubber or plastic, encompassing everything from casual wear to fashion accessories. It's a dynamic category in international trade, driven by fashion trends, seasonal demand, and cultural preferences. Importers typically include large retail chains, fashion boutiques, sports apparel companies, and online retailers looking to stock diverse headwear collections. Exporters are often manufacturers located in countries with strong textile industries, such as China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh, as well as specialized producers in Europe and North America known for quality and design. Key considerations for trade include material composition (e.g., wool, cotton, felt, straw), whether the item is lined or trimmed, and its intended use, as these factors influence pricing, duties, and consumer appeal. The market is highly competitive, with a constant influx of new designs and styles.
What products fall under HS code 650699?
Baseball caps (fabric), felt fedoras, knitted beanies, straw sun hats, wool berets, cowboy hats (leather/felt), bucket hats (fabric), visors (fabric)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 650699?
This code can be confused with 650500 (hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted) or 650610 (safety headgear). The distinction lies in the manufacturing method (not knitted/crocheted) and the non-safety function, as well as the exclusion of rubber/plastic materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 650699?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 650699 in UN Comtrade data were China ($291M, 49% of world exports), Malaysia ($59M) and the Netherlands ($54M). World exports came to about $597M, 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 650699?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 650699 in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($54M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($27M) and Ukraine (about $25M). World imports came to about $435M, 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 650699 structured?
HS code 650699 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (65) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 650699?
In Brazil, HS code 650699 is NCM 6506.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.