Product classification
HS code for Curling pin: 9615.90
Hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof.
Classification of curling pin under HS 9615.90
The classification of curling pins under HS code 9615.90 is determined by their primary function as hair-grooming accessories. Heading 9615 specifically encompasses combs, hair-slides, and similar items, as well as hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, and hair-curlers. The subheading 9615.90 is a residual category for these items that are not made of hard rubber or plastics and, crucially, are not electro-thermic devices. To be classified here, the curling pin must be a mechanical or manual accessory used for styling or holding hair. This includes traditional metal pins, wire grips, and non-electric rollers. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 are applied to identify the specific heading and subheading based on the nomenclature's text. The material composition—often steel, aluminum, or plastic-coated wire—is secondary to the functional definition provided in the heading. These items are designed for personal use or professional salon use to manipulate hair structure without the application of integrated heat elements.
- Covers
- Metal hairpins
- Non-electric hair rollers
- Curling grips and clips
- Wire hair curlers
- Bobby pins used for styling
- Hairdressing wave clips
- Also under 9615.90
- 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. Curling pins are frequently confused with electric hair curlers, which fall under HS code 8516.32. The distinction is based on whether the device contains an electrical heating element. Additionally, simple steel pins used for sewing or general purposes are classified under 7319.40, while decorative hair accessories made of precious metals may be classified under 7117 as imitation jewelry or 7113 as articles of jewelry, depending on the material and value.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961590 (the code used for curling pin), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961590 (the code used for curling pin) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 961590, not only curling pin.
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 curling pin
Brazil classifies curling pin under NCM 9615.90.00: HS 9615.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about curling pin
What is the HS code for Curling pin?
The HS code for Curling pin is 961590 (Hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof). The HS code for a standard, non-electric curling pin is 9615.90.
How do I classify Curling pin for customs?
Curling pin is classified under HS code 961590 — Hairpins, curling pins, curling grips, hair curlers and the like (not those of heading no. 8516) and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include plastic hair clips?
No, hair clips and combs made of plastics are generally classified under 9615.11, whereas 9615.90 is for items made of other materials or specific types of curlers.
Which countries are the top exporters of curling pin (HS 961590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961590 (the code used for curling pin) 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 curling pin (HS 961590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961590 (the code used for curling pin) 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.
Is the HS code for Curling pin the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961590 for Curling pin 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 curling pin in Brazil?
In Brazil, curling pin (HS 961590) is classified under NCM 9615.90.00.