HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9615.19 – Combs, hair slides and the like; of other than hard rubber or plastics
HS code 9615.19 is the 6-digit subheading for combs, hair slides and the like, of other than hard rubber or plastics. It is used for wooden combs, metal hair clips, bone hair slides, horn combs and tortoiseshell effect combs (non-plastic).
What HS 9615.19 covers
This HS code encompasses combs, hair slides, and similar hair accessories crafted from materials other than hard rubber or plastics. This diverse category includes items made from wood, metal, bone, horn, shell, or even precious metals, often targeting a more premium, artisanal, or specialized market segment. The trade in these goods is driven by demand for natural materials, luxury items, sustainable products, or specific cultural and traditional designs. Importers often include high-end boutiques, specialized beauty stores, gift shops, and online retailers focusing on unique or eco-friendly goods. Exporters are typically smaller, specialized manufacturers or artisans, often from regions renowned for specific material craftsmanship, such as woodworking or metalwork. Key factors influencing trade include ethical material sourcing, intricate craftsmanship, design uniqueness, and the perceived value and durability of the materials.
- Covers
- Wooden combs
- Metal hair clips
- Bone hair slides
- Horn combs
- Tortoiseshell effect combs (non-plastic)
- Sterling silver hair barrettes
- Bamboo combs
- Mother-of-pearl hairpins.
- Examples
- Kent handmade combs (cellulose acetate)
- Mason Pearson combs (some models)
- Tek wooden combs
- various artisanal metal hairpins
- Acca Kappa wooden combs
- France Luxe hair accessories.
Codes often confused with 9615.19
Common mistake. This code is for items made of materials *other than* hard rubber or plastics; items made of those materials are classified under 961511.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 961519, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 961519 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 76% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 $616M 76% of world exports
- 2 Germany $25M 3.1% of world exports
- 3 Italy $24M 3.0% of world exports
World total: $813M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $97M 15% of world imports
- 2 Japan $39M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $37M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $632M 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 9615.19
Brazil does not split HS 9615.19: its NCM code is 9615.19.00.
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 9615.19
What is HS code 961519?
HS code 961519 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Combs, hair slides and the like; of other than hard rubber or plastics. This HS code encompasses combs, hair slides, and similar hair accessories crafted from materials other than hard rubber or plastics. This diverse category includes items made from wood, metal, bone, horn, shell, or even precious metals, often targeting a more premium, artisanal, or specialized market segment. The trade in these goods is driven by demand for natural materials, luxury items, sustainable products, or specific cultural and traditional designs. Importers often include high-end boutiques, specialized beauty stores, gift shops, and online retailers focusing on unique or eco-friendly goods. Exporters are typically smaller, specialized manufacturers or artisans, often from regions renowned for specific material craftsmanship, such as woodworking or metalwork. Key factors influencing trade include ethical material sourcing, intricate craftsmanship, design uniqueness, and the perceived value and durability of the materials.
What products fall under HS code 961519?
Wooden combs, metal hair clips, bone hair slides, horn combs, tortoiseshell effect combs (non-plastic), sterling silver hair barrettes, bamboo combs, mother-of-pearl hairpins.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 961519?
This code is for items made of materials *other than* hard rubber or plastics; items made of those materials are classified under 961511.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 961519?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 961519 in UN Comtrade data were China ($616M, 76% of world exports), Germany ($25M) and Italy ($24M). World exports came to about $813M, 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 961519?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 961519 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($97M, 15% of world imports), Japan ($39M) and Germany ($37M). World imports came to about $632M, 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 961519 structured?
HS code 961519 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 961519?
In Brazil, HS code 961519 is NCM 9615.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.