Product classification
HS code for Plastic hats: 6506.91
Headgear, (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed.
Classification of plastic hats under HS 6506.91
Plastic hats are classified under HS code 6506.91. While many plastic items are found in Chapter 39, the Harmonized System has a specific chapter for headgear, which is Chapter 65. According to Note 2(p) to Chapter 39, goods of Chapter 65 are excluded from Chapter 39. Therefore, any wearable headgear, regardless of being made entirely of plastic, must be classified within Chapter 65. Heading 6506 covers "Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed," and subheading 6506.91 specifically identifies headgear made of rubber or plastics. This classification is based on the functional nature of the product as a head covering and its primary material. The code encompasses various types of plastic headwear, from protective rain hats to decorative party hats, provided they are intended to be worn on the head and do not meet the criteria for safety headgear.
- Covers
- Plastic rain hats and hoods
- Molded plastic sun visors
- Plastic party or novelty hats
- PVC sou'wester hats
- Molded plastic swim caps
- Plastic shower caps
- Also under 6506.91
- Speedo swimming caps
- Zoggs silicone caps
- Frogg Toggs rain hats
- Nike plastic visors
- Party City novelty hats
- Disposable bouffant caps
- Adidas plastic visors
Codes often confused with 6506.91
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying plastic hats under 3926.90 (other articles of plastics). However, the chapter notes explicitly redirect headgear to Chapter 65. Another common misclassification is HS code 6506.10, which is for safety headgear like construction hard hats. While hard hats are made of plastic, they must be classified under 6506.10 due to their protective function, whereas 6506.91 is for non-safety headgear. Additionally, hats made of textile fabric that is merely coated with plastic should be checked against 6505.00 to determine if the textile or the plastic provides the essential character.
Top exporters and importers of HS 650691 (the code used for plastic hats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 650691 (the code used for plastic hats) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 67% 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 650691, not only plastic hats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $165M 67% of world exports
- 2 United States $12M 4.9% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $10M 4.2% of world exports
World total: $248M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $27M 15% of world imports
- 2 Italy $13M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $9.8M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $180M 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 plastic hats
Brazil classifies plastic hats under NCM 6506.91.00: HS 6506.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic hats
What is the HS code for Plastic hats?
The HS code for Plastic hats is 650691 (Headgear; (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed). The HS code for non-safety plastic hats and headgear is 6506.91.
How do I classify Plastic hats for customs?
Plastic hats is classified under HS code 650691 — Headgear; (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include plastic hard hats for construction?
No, plastic safety hard hats are classified under HS code 6506.10, as they are specifically designed for industrial protection.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic hats (HS 650691)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 650691 (the code used for plastic hats) in UN Comtrade data were China ($165M, 67% of world exports), the United States ($12M) and Malaysia ($10M). World exports came to about $248M, 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 plastic hats (HS 650691)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 650691 (the code used for plastic hats) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($27M, 15% of world imports), Italy ($13M) and the Netherlands ($9.8M). World imports came to about $180M, 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 Plastic hats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 650691 for Plastic 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 plastic hats in Brazil?
In Brazil, plastic hats (HS 650691) is classified under NCM 6506.91.00.