HS Code for Wooden hangers

Wooden clothes hangers are classified under HS code 4421.10. This code is found within Heading 4421, which is the residual category for \"Other articles of wood.\" This heading is used for wooden products that are not specifically described in the preceding headings of Chapter 44 or elsewhere in the Harmonized System. Subheading 4421.10 is a specific international subheading for clothes hangers. The classification is based on the material (wood) and the specific function of the item. Even if the hanger includes a metal hook or a plastic bar for trousers, the wooden body usually provides the essential character of the article, leading to its classification under 4421.10. This code is used by customs authorities to monitor the trade of these common household and retail items. The classification is straightforward and rarely contested, provided the primary material is wood. It covers all types of wooden hangers, including those made from solid wood, laminated wood, or wood composites. The finish of the wood, whether natural, painted, or lacquered, does not affect this classification.

Products Included

• Solid wood coat hangers
• Laminated wooden suit hangers
• Wooden skirt hangers with metal clips
• Cedar wood anti-moth hangers
• Wooden luxury boutique hangers

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs when the material is not wood. Plastic hangers fall under 3923.90 or 3926.90, while metal hangers are classified under 7326.90. If a hanger is made of multiple materials, the \"essential character\" rule (GRI 3b) must be applied. If the wood is merely a decorative inlay on a primarily plastic hanger, it would not be classified under 4421.10.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Wooden hangers?

The HS code for clothes hangers made primarily of wood is 4421.10.

Does the code change if the hanger has a metal hook?

No, wooden hangers with metal hooks are still classified under 4421.10 because the wooden body provides the essential character of the product.