Product classification
HS code for Cane tips: 6603.90
Trimmings, accessories and parts of articles of heading no. 6601 or 6602, n.e.c. in heading no. 6603.
Classification of cane tips under HS 6603.90
Cane tips, also known as ferrules, are classified under HS code 6603.90. This classification is governed by Chapter 66, which covers umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat-sticks, whips, riding-crops, and parts thereof. Heading 6603 is dedicated to the parts, trimmings, and accessories of the articles found in headings 6601 (umbrellas) and 6602 (walking-sticks). Subheading 6603.90 is the "other" category for parts that are not umbrella frames or handles. Cane tips are essential accessories designed to protect the base of a walking stick and provide traction for the user. Under the General Rules of Interpretation, parts are classified in their respective headings if they are identifiable as being solely or principally for use with the main article. Since these tips are specifically molded or shaped to fit walking sticks, they are excluded from general material headings (like rubber or plastic) and placed within the specific parts heading of the finished good they support. This classification remains consistent regardless of whether the tip is made of rubber, plastic, or metal, as long as its function is clearly as a part of a walking stick or cane.
- Covers
- Rubber cane tips
- Metal ferrules for walking sticks
- Replacement bases for quad canes
- Ice grip attachments for canes
- Shock-absorbing cane tips
- Also under 6603.90
- Plastic umbrella handles
- rubber cane tips
- polyester umbrella fabric panels
- metal spring mechanisms
Codes often confused with 6603.90
Common mistake. Cane tips are often misclassified under 4016.99 (other articles of vulcanized rubber) or 3926.90 (other articles of plastics). While they are made of these materials, GRI 1 dictates that specific headings for parts (6603) take precedence over general material headings. They should also not be confused with the canes themselves (6602.00).
Top exporters and importers of HS 660390 (the code used for cane tips), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 660390 (the code used for cane tips) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 660390, not only cane tips.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $119M 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $17M 7.2% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$12M 5.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $232M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $62M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $30M 11% of world imports
- 3 India $16M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $266M 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 code for cane tips
Brazil classifies cane tips under NCM 6603.90.00: HS 6603.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cane tips
What is the HS code for Cane tips?
The HS code for Cane tips is 660390 (Trimmings, accessories and parts of articles of heading no. 6601 or 6602; n.e.c. in heading no. 6603). The HS code for cane tips is 6603.90, which includes trimmings, accessories, and parts for walking-sticks and umbrellas.
How do I classify Cane tips for customs?
Cane tips is classified under HS code 660390 — Trimmings, accessories and parts of articles of heading no. 6601 or 6602; n.e.c. in heading no. 6603. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are orthopedic cane tips classified differently?
Generally, no. Even if used for orthopedic canes, the tips are still classified as parts of walking sticks under 6603.90 unless they are part of a complex medical appliance.
Which countries are the top exporters of cane tips (HS 660390)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 660390 (the code used for cane tips) in UN Comtrade data were China ($119M, 51% of world exports), Germany ($17M) and Vietnam (about $12M). World exports came to about $232M, 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 cane tips (HS 660390)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 660390 (the code used for cane tips) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($62M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($30M) and India ($16M). World imports came to about $266M, 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 Cane tips the same in all countries?
The base HS code 660390 for Cane tips 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 cane tips in Brazil?
In Brazil, cane tips (HS 660390) is classified under NCM 6603.90.00.