HS Code for Felt hat bodies

HS code 6501.00 is a specialized classification for semi-finished felt headgear. This code covers hat-forms, hat bodies, and hoods made of felt. These items are considered intermediate products in the millinery industry. To fall under this heading, the items must not have been blocked to shape nor have had brims made. They are essentially the raw material for hat making, often appearing as cone-like shapes (hoods) or flat discs (plateaux). The classification also includes "manchons," which are cylindrical felt shapes. The felt can be made from wool, fur, or synthetic fibers. This heading is distinct because it captures the product at a specific stage of manufacturing. Once the felt body undergoes a process that gives it a permanent shape or a distinct brim, it is no longer considered a "body" and must be classified as a finished or partially finished hat under heading 65.05. This distinction is vital for manufacturers who import raw shapes to be finished locally.

Products Included

• Felt hat hoods (unblocked)
• Felt hat bodies (unshaped)
• Felt plateaux (flat discs for hats)
• Felt manchons (cylinders for headgear)

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is under 6505.00, which covers finished hats. If the felt has been shaped on a block or has a finished brim, it belongs in 6505. Another error is using 5602, which is for general felt. Because these items are specifically worked into shapes for headgear, 6501.00 takes precedence over the general textile heading for felt.

FAQ

What is the HS code for felt hat bodies?

The HS code for felt hat bodies, hoods, and forms that are not yet blocked or brimmed is 6501.00.

What is a plateau in hat making?

A plateau is a flat, circular piece of felt used as a starting point for making certain types of hats, classified under 6501.00.