Product classification

HS code for Beanies: 6505.00

Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed, hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed.

Classification of beanies under HS 6505.00

Beanies are classified under HS code 6505.00 because they are headgear constructed from knitted or crocheted textile fabrics. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, Chapter 65 encompasses all types of headgear, regardless of their intended use, with very few exceptions. Heading 6505 specifically targets headgear made from lace, felt, or other textile fabrics in the piece, or those that are knitted or crocheted. Since beanies are almost exclusively produced through knitting processes—whether using wool, acrylic, cotton, or synthetic blends—they fall squarely into this category. The classification remains consistent whether the beanie is lined, unlined, or features decorative elements like embroidery, patches, or pom-poms, as these are considered "trimmings" under the heading description. The essential character of the item is a knitted head covering, which is the primary criteria for 6505.00.

Covers
  • Knitted wool beanies
  • Acrylic skull caps
  • Watch caps (knitted)
  • Cuffed beanies
  • Slouchy beanies
  • Bobble hats (knitted)
  • Fisherman beanies
Also under 6505.00
  • New Era baseball caps
  • Kangol felt hats
  • Carhartt beanies
  • Nike knitted headbands
  • Under Armour skullcaps
  • Stetson felt hats
  • H&M fashion hats

Codes often confused with 6505.00

Common mistake. Beanies are frequently misclassified under HS code 6117, which covers other made-up clothing accessories. However, Chapter 61 specifically excludes headgear, directing users to Chapter 65. Another common error is using 6506.99, which is for "other" headgear; this should only be used if the item is not knitted, crocheted, or made from felt/lace. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 6504.00, but that code is reserved for hats that are plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, which does not apply to standard knitted beanies.

61.17Clothing accessories; made up, knitted or crocheted, knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories6506.99Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed6504.00Hats and other headgear; plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed

Top exporters and importers of HS 650500 (the code used for beanies), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 650500 (the code used for beanies) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 650500, not only beanies.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $3.4B
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$1.0B
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$651M

World total: $8.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $2.2B
  2. 2 Germany $589M
  3. 3 Japan $508M

World total: $8.2B 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 codes for beanies

Brazil splits HS 6505.00 into 10 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about beanies

What is the HS code for Beanies?

The HS code for Beanies is 650500 (Hats and other headgear; knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed). The standard HS code for beanies is 6505.00, covering knitted or crocheted headgear.

How do I classify Beanies for customs?

Beanies is classified under HS code 650500 — Hats and other headgear; knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are beanies with pom-poms classified differently?

No, beanies with pom-poms remain under 6505.00 as the pom-pom is considered a trimming or accessory to the main knitted headgear.

Which countries are the top exporters of beanies (HS 650500)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 650500 (the code used for beanies) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.4B, 39% of world exports), Vietnam (about $1.0B) and Bangladesh (about $651M). World exports came to about $8.6B, 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 beanies (HS 650500)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 650500 (the code used for beanies) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.2B, 26% of world imports), Germany ($589M) and Japan ($508M). World imports came to about $8.2B, 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.

Is the HS code for Beanies the same in all countries?

The base HS code 650500 for Beanies is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for beanies in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 650500 into 10 NCM codes, so the right one for beanies depends on the product's details: 6505.00.11 (Cotton caps), 6505.00.12 (Synthetic or artificial fibre caps), 6505.00.19 (Caps of other textile materials), 6505.00.21 (Cotton beanies), 6505.00.22 (Synthetic or artificial fibre beanies), 6505.00.29 (Beanies of other textile materials), and more.