HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9615.11 – Combs, hair slides and the like; of hard rubber or plastics
HS code 9615.11 is the 6-digit subheading for combs, hair slides and the like, of hard rubber or plastics. It is used for plastic hair combs, hard rubber detangling combs, plastic hair clips, plastic barrettes and plastic hair slides.
What HS 9615.11 covers
This HS code covers the international trade of combs, hair slides, and similar hair accessories made specifically from hard rubber or various types of plastics. These items are fundamental personal grooming tools, ranging from basic utility combs to decorative hair clips. The trade is characterized by high volume, competitive pricing, and widespread consumer demand for affordable and functional hair care products globally. Importers typically include large retail chains, beauty supply distributors, pharmacies, and e-commerce platforms. Exporters are predominantly large-scale manufacturers, with a significant concentration in Asian countries, benefiting from efficient production processes and access to raw materials. Key considerations in this market include material durability, ergonomic design, variety in styles and colors, and compliance with consumer product safety standards.
- Covers
- Plastic hair combs
- Hard rubber detangling combs
- Plastic hair clips
- Plastic barrettes
- Plastic hair slides
- Plastic headbands
- Plastic styling combs
- Plastic ponytail holders.
- Examples
- Goody hair combs
- Scunci hair clips
- Conair plastic combs
- Kent plastic combs
- Tangle Teezer (some models)
- Revlon plastic combs.
Codes often confused with 9615.11
Common mistake. This code is specifically for items made of hard rubber or plastics; similar items made of other materials would fall under 961519.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 961511, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 961511 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 87% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 $1.4B 87% of world exports
- 2 Germany $38M 2.3% of world exports
- 3 Poland $15M 0.9% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $162M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $58M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Japan $44M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $922M 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 9615.11
Brazil does not split HS 9615.11: its NCM code is 9615.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 96.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9615.11
What is HS code 961511?
HS code 961511 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Combs, hair slides and the like; of hard rubber or plastics. This HS code covers the international trade of combs, hair slides, and similar hair accessories made specifically from hard rubber or various types of plastics. These items are fundamental personal grooming tools, ranging from basic utility combs to decorative hair clips. The trade is characterized by high volume, competitive pricing, and widespread consumer demand for affordable and functional hair care products globally. Importers typically include large retail chains, beauty supply distributors, pharmacies, and e-commerce platforms. Exporters are predominantly large-scale manufacturers, with a significant concentration in Asian countries, benefiting from efficient production processes and access to raw materials. Key considerations in this market include material durability, ergonomic design, variety in styles and colors, and compliance with consumer product safety standards.
What products fall under HS code 961511?
Plastic hair combs, hard rubber detangling combs, plastic hair clips, plastic barrettes, plastic hair slides, plastic headbands, plastic styling combs, plastic ponytail holders.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 961511?
This code is specifically for items made of hard rubber or plastics; similar items made of other materials would fall under 961519.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 961511?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 961511 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.4B, 87% of world exports), Germany ($38M) and Poland ($15M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 961511?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 961511 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($162M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($58M) and Japan ($44M). World imports came to about $922M, 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 961511 structured?
HS code 961511 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (96) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 961511?
In Brazil, HS code 961511 is NCM 9615.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.