Product classification
HS code for Cloth hats: 6506.99
Headgear, (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed.
Classification of cloth hats under HS 6506.99
Cloth hats are classified under HS code 6506.99. This code falls within Chapter 65, which covers headgear and parts thereof. Heading 6506 is a residual category for "Other headgear," encompassing items that are not specifically mentioned in headings 6501 through 6505. Subheading 6506.99 specifically covers headgear made of materials other than rubber or plastics, which includes various types of cloth, textile, or felt constructions that do not meet the specific criteria of heading 6505. While heading 6505 covers hats that are knitted, crocheted, or made up from lace or other textile fabrics in the piece (but not in strips), 6506.99 is used for headgear that may involve more complex assembly or materials like leather, furskin, or specific non-woven textiles not covered elsewhere. The classification depends on the manufacturing process and the primary material used. For cloth hats that are not knitted or made from a single piece of fabric, 6506.99 provides the appropriate classification for "other" materials. This code is essential for ensuring correct duty rates are applied to non-standard textile headwear.
- Covers
- Textile sun hats
- Fabric bucket hats
- Cloth fedoras
- Linen summer hats
- Cotton headwear (non-knitted)
- Also under 6506.99
- New Era 59FIFTY Cap
- Stetson Open Road Hat
- Kangol Bermuda Casual
- Tilley Endurables Airflo Hat
- Patagonia Beanie
Codes often confused with 6506.99
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6505.00, which covers hats and other headgear that are knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt, or other textile fabric in the piece. Many importers assume all cloth hats belong in 6505, but if the hat is constructed from strips or is not made from a single piece of fabric, 6506.99 is often the correct residual code. Additionally, safety headgear is excluded and must be classified under 6506.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 650699 (the code used for cloth hats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 650699 (the code used for cloth hats) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 13% 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 650699, not only cloth hats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $291M 49% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $59M 9.9% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $54M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $597M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $54M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $27M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 Ukraine* ~$25M 5.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $435M 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 cloth hats
Brazil classifies cloth hats under NCM 6506.99.00: HS 6506.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cloth hats
What is the HS code for Cloth hats?
The HS code for Cloth hats is 650699 (Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed). The HS code for cloth hats that do not fall under the knitted or lace categories of 6505 is 6506.99.
How do I classify Cloth hats for customs?
Cloth hats is classified under HS code 650699 — Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include baseball caps?
Most standard baseball caps made of textile fabric are classified under 6505.00. However, if the cap is made of leather or specific composite materials, it may fall under 6506.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of cloth hats (HS 650699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 650699 (the code used for cloth hats) in UN Comtrade data were China ($291M, 49% of world exports), Malaysia ($59M) and the Netherlands ($54M). World exports came to about $597M, 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 cloth hats (HS 650699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 650699 (the code used for cloth hats) in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($54M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($27M) and Ukraine (about $25M). World imports came to about $435M, 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 Cloth hats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 650699 for Cloth hats 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 cloth hats in Brazil?
In Brazil, cloth hats (HS 650699) is classified under NCM 6506.99.00.