HS Code for Hat frames
Hat frames and related components are classified under HS code 650700. This heading is found in Chapter 65, which encompasses headgear and its parts. While headings 6501 through 6506 are dedicated to various types of finished or semi-finished hats (such as felt hats, plaited hats, or knitted hats), 650700 is a specific "parts" heading. It includes a variety of components that are essential for the construction, shape retention, or wearability of headgear but do not constitute a complete hat on their own. The classification is determined by the item's dedicated use as a component for headgear. This includes internal structures like frames made of wire or plastic, foundations made of buckram or stiffened textile, and external or functional additions like peaks (visors), chinstraps, and sweatbands. The code 650700 is a "basket" category for these specific parts, ensuring that components are not confused with the raw materials they are made from (such as bulk textile or wire) or the finished headgear they will eventually support. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, this heading covers items that have been shaped or worked specifically for use in hats. For example, a simple strip of leather is classified as leather in Chapter 41, but once it is cut to length and shaped to be a hat's sweatband, it moves to 650700.
Products Included
- Wire hat frames
- Buckram hat foundations
- Plastic or cardboard peaks (visors)
- Chinstraps for helmets or hats
- Internal sweatbands and linings
Common Misclassification
Hat frames are often confused with 650100 (felt hat-forms) or 650200 (plaited hat-shapes). However, 6501 and 6502 refer to the body of the hat itself in a semi-finished state, whereas 650700 refers to the internal or external supporting parts. Finished hats are classified under 6505 or 6506. Additionally, raw materials like unworked wire or bulk fabric should not be classified here.
FAQ
What is the HS code for hat frames?
The HS code for hat frames and other headgear parts like peaks and chinstraps is 650700.
Are hat pins classified under this code?
No, hat pins are generally classified according to their constituent material (e.g., steel pins in 7319) or as imitation jewelry in 7117.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Hat frames?
The HS code for Hat frames is 650700 (Head-bands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and chinstraps; for headgear).
How do I classify Hat frames for customs?
Hat frames is classified under HS code 650700 — Head-bands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and chinstraps; for headgear. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Hat frames the same in all countries?
The base HS code 650700 for Hat frames is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.