Product classification
HS code for Umbrella handles: 6603.90
Trimmings, accessories and parts of articles of heading no. 6601 or 6602, n.e.c. in heading no. 6603.
Classification of umbrella handles under HS 6603.90
HS code 6603.90 is the designated classification for umbrella handles, knobs, and other miscellaneous parts not specifically mentioned in other subheadings of heading 6603. While 6603.20 covers the structural frames, 6603.90 serves as the residual category for all other accessories and trimmings necessary for the manufacture or repair of umbrellas and walking sticks. This includes handles made from various materials such as plastic, wood, or metal, as well as decorative knobs and ferrules. According to the Harmonized System's classification principles, parts are generally classified with the machines or articles they are intended for, provided they are not excluded by specific notes. Since handles are integral to the use of an umbrella but are not defined as the "frame," they fall into this "other" category. This code ensures that all secondary components of items in headings 6601 and 6602 are captured under a single, unified subheading when they are not structural frames.
- Covers
- Plastic umbrella handles
- Wooden knobs for walking sticks
- Metal ferrules and tips
- Umbrella tassels and wrist straps
- Spring mechanisms for automatic umbrellas
- Also under 6603.90
- Plastic umbrella handles
- rubber cane tips
- polyester umbrella fabric panels
- metal spring mechanisms
Codes often confused with 6603.90
Common mistake. Umbrella handles are frequently misclassified based on their material composition. For example, a plastic handle might be incorrectly assigned to 3926.90 (other articles of plastic) or a wooden handle to 4421.99 (other articles of wood). However, Chapter 66 notes specify that parts of umbrellas belong in 6603 regardless of material. They are also sometimes confused with 6603.20, which is strictly reserved for the frames (ribs and shafts) rather than the grip or decorative elements.
Top exporters and importers of HS 660390 (the code used for umbrella handles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 660390 (the code used for umbrella handles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 660390, not only umbrella handles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $119M 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $17M 7.2% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$12M 5.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $232M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $62M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $30M 11% of world imports
- 3 India $16M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $266M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 umbrella handles
Brazil classifies umbrella handles under NCM 6603.90.00: HS 6603.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about umbrella handles
What is the HS code for Umbrella handles?
The HS code for Umbrella handles is 660390 (Trimmings, accessories and parts of articles of heading no. 6601 or 6602; n.e.c. in heading no. 6603). The HS code for umbrella handles and knobs is 6603.90, which covers parts and accessories for umbrellas and walking sticks not elsewhere classified.
How do I classify Umbrella handles for customs?
Umbrella handles is classified under HS code 660390 — Trimmings, accessories and parts of articles of heading no. 6601 or 6602; n.e.c. in heading no. 6603. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the fabric cover of the umbrella?
No, textile covers and trimmings for umbrellas are generally classified in Section XI (Textiles) or under 6603.90 depending on their state of assembly and specific regional customs rulings.
Which countries are the top exporters of umbrella handles (HS 660390)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 660390 (the code used for umbrella handles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($119M, 51% of world exports), Germany ($17M) and Vietnam (about $12M). World exports came to about $232M, 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 umbrella handles (HS 660390)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 660390 (the code used for umbrella handles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($62M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($30M) and India ($16M). World imports came to about $266M, 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 Umbrella handles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 660390 for Umbrella handles 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 umbrella handles in Brazil?
In Brazil, umbrella handles (HS 660390) is classified under NCM 6603.90.00.