HS Code for Woven hats

HS code 6504.00 applies to headgear that is manufactured by plaiting or by assembling strips of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed. This classification is part of Chapter 65, which encompasses all types of hats and headgear. The defining characteristic for 6504.00 is the method of construction. Unlike hats that are felted (6501) or knitted/crocheted (6505), these hats are made by interlacing strips of material such as straw, wood shavings, bark, or synthetic polymers. The "assembled" nature refers to the process where these strips are sewn together, often in a spiral fashion starting from the crown, to form the shape of the hat. This code is used regardless of whether the hat is lined with fabric or trimmed with ribbons, feathers, or other decorative elements. It is a broad category that captures traditional straw hats as well as modern fashion headwear made from synthetic strips. It is important to note that the material of the strips can be of any kind, including paper or plastic, provided the construction method is plaiting or assembly of strips.

Products Included

• Straw hats made from plaited strips
• Panama hats (if assembled from strips)
• Hats made from plaited plastic or synthetic strips
• Sun hats made from assembled paper strips
• Traditional wood-shaving hats

Common Misclassification

Woven hats are often confused with HS code 6505.00, which covers hats that are knitted, crocheted, or made from lace or felt. Another common misclassification is 6502.00, which applies to hat-shapes that are plaited but have not yet been blocked to shape or provided with brims. Once a plaited shape is blocked or finished into a hat, it must move to 6504.00.

FAQ

What is the HS code for woven hats?

The HS code for hats made by plaiting or assembling strips of any material is 6504.00.

Does 6504.00 include hats with decorative trimmings?

Yes, the presence of linings, ribbons, or other trimmings does not change the classification as long as the base construction is plaited or assembled strips.