HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6701.00 – Skins and other parts of birds with their feathers or down; feathers, parts of feathers, down and articles thereof (other than goods of heading no. 0505 and worked quills and scapes)
HS code 6701.00 is the 6-digit subheading for skins and other parts of birds with their feathers or down, feathers, parts of feathers, down and articles thereof (other than goods of heading no. 0505 and worked quills and scapes). It is used for ostrich feathers for costumes, peacock feathers for decoration, duck down for pillows, goose feathers for crafts and feather boas.
What HS 6701.00 covers
This HS code covers a diverse range of bird-derived materials, including whole skins with feathers, loose feathers, down, and articles made from these, excluding raw feathers (0505) and worked quills. These materials are traded internationally for various applications, from fashion and decorative items to specialized industrial uses like fly-tying for fishing. Importers include manufacturers of apparel, millinery, home decor, and craft supplies, particularly in countries with strong fashion industries or niche markets. Exporters often come from regions with significant poultry farming (for down and feathers) or specialized wild bird harvesting (under strict regulations). Key trade considerations involve ethical sourcing, compliance with CITES regulations for endangered species, and quality grading based on feather type, size, and cleanliness. The market is influenced by fashion trends, environmental concerns, and the availability of sustainable or synthetic alternatives.
- Covers
- Ostrich feathers for costumes
- Peacock feathers for decoration
- Duck down for pillows
- Goose feathers for crafts
- Feather boas
- Feather fascinators
- Feather dusters
- Examples
- Decorative peacock feathers
- down-filled craft feathers
- feather trim for garments
- fly-tying feathers
Codes often confused with 6701.00
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 0505 for raw, unworked feathers and down, or with 9506 for fishing tackle if feathers are specifically for fly-tying, requiring distinction based on the degree of working and primary use.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 670100, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 670100 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% 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 $43M 45% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $27M 28% of world exports
- 3 Italy $4.1M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $97M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $13M 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $5.4M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Italy $3.2M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $64M 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 code for 6701.00
Brazil does not split HS 6701.00: its NCM code is 6701.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 67.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6701.00
What is HS code 670100?
HS code 670100 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Skins and other parts of birds with their feathers or down; feathers, parts of feathers, down and articles thereof (other than goods of heading no. 0505 and worked quills and scapes). This HS code covers a diverse range of bird-derived materials, including whole skins with feathers, loose feathers, down, and articles made from these, excluding raw feathers (0505) and worked quills. These materials are traded internationally for various applications, from fashion and decorative items to specialized industrial uses like fly-tying for fishing. Importers include manufacturers of apparel, millinery, home decor, and craft supplies, particularly in countries with strong fashion industries or niche markets. Exporters often come from regions with significant poultry farming (for down and feathers) or specialized wild bird harvesting (under strict regulations). Key trade considerations involve ethical sourcing, compliance with CITES regulations for endangered species, and quality grading based on feather type, size, and cleanliness. The market is influenced by fashion trends, environmental concerns, and the availability of sustainable or synthetic alternatives.
What products fall under HS code 670100?
Ostrich feathers for costumes, peacock feathers for decoration, duck down for pillows, goose feathers for crafts, feather boas, feather fascinators, feather dusters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 670100?
This code is frequently confused with 0505 for raw, unworked feathers and down, or with 9506 for fishing tackle if feathers are specifically for fly-tying, requiring distinction based on the degree of working and primary use.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 670100?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 670100 in UN Comtrade data were China ($43M, 45% of world exports), South Africa ($27M) and Italy ($4.1M). World exports came to about $97M, 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 670100?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 670100 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($13M, 20% of world imports), Germany ($5.4M) and Italy ($3.2M). World imports came to about $64M, 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 670100 structured?
HS code 670100 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (67) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 670100?
In Brazil, HS code 670100 is NCM 6701.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.