HS Code for Scarf

A scarf made of textile materials that are not knitted or crocheted and not made of silk, wool, or synthetic fibers is classified under HS code 6214.90. This code falls under Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are woven or made from textile fabrics (excluding knitted or crocheted items). Heading 6214 specifically includes shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, and veils. The subheading 6214.90 is a residual category for items made from "other textile materials," such as cotton, flax (linen), or hemp. The classification process involves identifying the manufacturing method (woven vs. knitted) and the fiber content. If the scarf is woven from cotton, it does not fit into the specific subheadings for silk (6214.10), wool (6214.20), or synthetic fibers (6214.30), thus falling into the 6214.90 category. This follows GRI 1 and GRI 6, which require classification based on the most specific description available in the nomenclature.

Products Included

• Woven cotton scarves
• Linen mufflers and shawls
• Hemp textile scarves
• Woven neck wraps made of ramie
• Non-knitted veils made of vegetable fibers

Common Misclassification

The most common error is confusing woven scarves (Chapter 62) with knitted or crocheted scarves, which belong in HS code 6117.10. Another frequent mistake is using 6214.30 for scarves made of artificial fibers (like rayon) instead of synthetic fibers (like polyester), or failing to identify the predominant fiber, which might lead to using 6214.90 when a more specific fiber code like 6214.20 (wool) is required.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a woven cotton scarf?

A woven cotton scarf is classified under HS code 6214.90.

What if the scarf is knitted?

If the scarf is knitted or crocheted, it must be classified under HS code 6117.10, regardless of the textile material used.