Product classification
HS code for Comb: 9615.19
Combs, hair slides and the like, of other than hard rubber or plastics.
Classification of comb under HS 9615.19
HS Code 9615.19 is used for combs, hair slides, and similar hair-grooming or decorative items that are manufactured from materials other than hard rubber or plastics. This includes combs made from wood, metal (such as aluminum or stainless steel), bone, ivory, or tortoiseshell. The classification falls under Chapter 96, which encompasses miscellaneous manufactured articles. The distinction is based strictly on the material composition of the article. While the function remains the same across various subheadings of 9615, the customs duties and regulatory requirements often vary significantly depending on whether the item is plastic or a more specialized material like metal or wood. This code is essential for tracking the trade of luxury or specialty grooming tools that utilize natural or metallic materials.
- Covers
- Wooden hair combs
- Metal styling combs
- Decorative hair slides made of base metal
- Bone or horn combs
- Aluminum barber combs
- Also under 9615.19
- 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. The most common error is classifying these items under 9615.11, which is specifically for combs and hair slides made of hard rubber or plastics. Because plastic combs are the most prevalent in global trade, many importers default to 9615.11 without checking the material. Another misclassification involves 9603.29, which covers hairbrushes. While a comb and a brush serve similar purposes, the HS system distinguishes them by their construction (teeth vs. bristles). Finally, if a hair slide is made of precious metal or plated with precious metal, it may be classified as jewelry under Chapter 71.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961519 (the code used for comb), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961519 (the code used for comb) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 961519, not only comb.
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 comb
Brazil classifies comb under NCM 9615.19.00: HS 9615.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about comb
What is the HS code for Comb?
The HS code for Comb is 961519 (Combs, hair slides and the like; of other than hard rubber or plastics). The HS code for combs made of materials other than plastic or hard rubber (such as wood or metal) is 9615.19.
How do I classify Comb for customs?
Comb is classified under HS code 961519 — Combs, hair slides and the like; of other than hard rubber or plastics. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How are plastic combs classified?
Combs made of plastics or hard rubber are classified under HS code 9615.11.
Which countries are the top exporters of comb (HS 961519)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961519 (the code used for comb) 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 comb (HS 961519)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961519 (the code used for comb) 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.
Is the HS code for Comb the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961519 for Comb 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 comb in Brazil?
In Brazil, comb (HS 961519) is classified under NCM 9615.19.00.