Product classification
HS code for Walking stick umbrellas: 6601.99
Umbrellas and sun umbrellas, n.e.c. in heading no. 6601 (including walking stick umbrellas).
Classification of walking stick umbrellas under HS 6601.99
Walking stick umbrellas are classified under HS code 6601.99. Chapter 66 covers umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat-sticks, whips, riding-crops, and parts thereof. Heading 6601 specifically addresses umbrellas and sun umbrellas. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 3(b), composite goods consisting of different components shall be classified as if they consisted of the material or component which gives them their essential character. In the case of a walking stick umbrella, the umbrella function is typically considered the primary feature, or the product is specifically named in the Explanatory Notes to 6601. Subheading 6601.99 is used for umbrellas that do not have a telescopic shaft and are not garden umbrellas. This classification ensures that dual-purpose items are categorized by their most prominent utility in a trade context.
- Covers
- Umbrellas with reinforced shafts for use as walking aids
- Cane umbrellas
- Non-telescopic umbrellas with crook handles
- Dual-purpose mobility umbrellas
- Also under 6601.99
- Fulton Birdcage Umbrella
- GustBuster Pro Series Golf Umbrella
- Davek Solo
- Hunter Original Moustache Bubble Umbrella
Codes often confused with 6601.99
Common mistake. These items are often misclassified under 6602.00, which covers walking-sticks, seat-sticks, and similar articles. However, if the item contains an umbrella mechanism, 6601 takes precedence. Another common error is using 6601.91, which is reserved for umbrellas with a telescopic shaft. Since most walking stick umbrellas require a rigid, solid shaft to support the user's weight, they do not meet the "telescopic" criteria and must be placed in 6601.99. Importers should also avoid Chapter 95 if the item is marketed as a novelty, as it remains a functional umbrella.
Top exporters and importers of HS 660199 (the code used for walking stick umbrellas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 660199 (the code used for walking stick umbrellas) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 81% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 16% 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 660199, not only walking stick umbrellas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $768M 81% of world exports
- 2 Cambodia* ~$35M 3.7% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $21M 2.2% of world exports
World total: $953M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $118M 16% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $48M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 United States $42M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $752M 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 walking stick umbrellas
Brazil classifies walking stick umbrellas under NCM 6601.99.00: HS 6601.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about walking stick umbrellas
What is the HS code for Walking stick umbrellas?
The HS code for Walking stick umbrellas is 660199 (Umbrellas and sun umbrellas; n.e.c. in heading no. 6601 (including walking stick umbrellas)). The HS code for walking stick umbrellas (non-telescopic) is 6601.99.
How do I classify Walking stick umbrellas for customs?
Walking stick umbrellas is classified under HS code 660199 — Umbrellas and sun umbrellas; n.e.c. in heading no. 6601 (including walking stick umbrellas). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are these classified as medical devices?
Generally, no. Unless they have specific orthopedic features and are registered as such, they are classified as umbrellas in Chapter 66 rather than medical appliances in Chapter 90.
Which countries are the top exporters of walking stick umbrellas (HS 660199)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 660199 (the code used for walking stick umbrellas) in UN Comtrade data were China ($768M, 81% of world exports), Cambodia (about $35M) and Germany ($21M). World exports came to about $953M, 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 walking stick umbrellas (HS 660199)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 660199 (the code used for walking stick umbrellas) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($118M, 16% of world imports), South Korea ($48M) and the United States ($42M). World imports came to about $752M, 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 Walking stick umbrellas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 660199 for Walking stick umbrellas 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 walking stick umbrellas in Brazil?
In Brazil, walking stick umbrellas (HS 660199) is classified under NCM 6601.99.00.