HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9615.90 – Hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof
HS code 9615.90 is the 6-digit subheading for hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof. It is used for bobby pins, U-shaped hairpins, curling pins, hair rollers (non-electric) and foam hair curlers.
What HS 9615.90 covers
This HS code covers a broad range of non-electrical hair styling tools and their parts, distinct from combs and hair slides. It includes essential items like hairpins, bobby pins, curling pins, various types of hair curlers, and hair grips. These products are indispensable for both professional hairdressers and individual consumers for styling, securing, and setting hair. The international trade is characterized by a mix of mass-produced, affordable items and specialized, professional-grade tools. Importers are typically beauty supply wholesalers, large retail chains, pharmacies, and e-commerce platforms. Exporters are often manufacturers in Asia with high-volume production capabilities, as well as specialized producers in Europe for professional-grade tools. Key considerations include material quality (e.g., metal, plastic, foam), ergonomic design for effective styling, and durability for repeated use.
- Covers
- Bobby pins
- U-shaped hairpins
- Curling pins
- Hair rollers (non-electric)
- Foam hair curlers
- Velcro hair rollers
- Perm rods
- Hair grips
- Hair nets.
- Examples
- Goody bobby pins
- Conair hair rollers
- Diane perm rods
- Scunci hair grips
- Topsy Tail (non-electric styling tool)
- Kitsch hair accessories.
Codes often confused with 9615.90
Common mistake. This code specifically excludes electrical hair curlers and similar devices, which fall under 8516 (e.g., electric curling irons, heated rollers).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 961590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 961590 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 $235M 64% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $17M 4.7% of world exports
- 3 Germany $15M 4.0% of world exports
World total: $367M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $75M 16% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $30M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $28M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $481M 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 9615.90
Brazil does not split HS 9615.90: its NCM code is 9615.90.00.
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 9615.90
What is HS code 961590?
HS code 961590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof. This HS code covers a broad range of non-electrical hair styling tools and their parts, distinct from combs and hair slides. It includes essential items like hairpins, bobby pins, curling pins, various types of hair curlers, and hair grips. These products are indispensable for both professional hairdressers and individual consumers for styling, securing, and setting hair. The international trade is characterized by a mix of mass-produced, affordable items and specialized, professional-grade tools. Importers are typically beauty supply wholesalers, large retail chains, pharmacies, and e-commerce platforms. Exporters are often manufacturers in Asia with high-volume production capabilities, as well as specialized producers in Europe for professional-grade tools. Key considerations include material quality (e.g., metal, plastic, foam), ergonomic design for effective styling, and durability for repeated use.
What products fall under HS code 961590?
Bobby pins, U-shaped hairpins, curling pins, hair rollers (non-electric), foam hair curlers, velcro hair rollers, perm rods, hair grips, hair nets.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 961590?
This code specifically excludes electrical hair curlers and similar devices, which fall under 8516 (e.g., electric curling irons, heated rollers).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 961590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 961590 in UN Comtrade data were China ($235M, 64% of world exports), South Korea ($17M) and Germany ($15M). World exports came to about $367M, 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 961590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 961590 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($75M, 16% of world imports), South Korea ($30M) and Thailand ($28M). World imports came to about $481M, 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 961590 structured?
HS code 961590 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 961590?
In Brazil, HS code 961590 is NCM 9615.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.