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HS HEADING 6506

Headgear; n.e.c. in chapter 65, whether or not lined or trimmed

In plain English

This category includes various types of headgear that are not listed elsewhere in the chapter, regardless of whether they are lined or trimmed. One specific group covers safety headgear, also with or without lining or trimming. Another group consists of headgear made from rubber or plastics, excluding safety items, which may also be lined or trimmed. The final group contains headgear made from other materials, excluding safety items, which may similarly be lined or trimmed.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (3)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

6506.10

Headgear; safety, whether or not lined or trimmed

6506.91

Headgear; (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed

6506.99

Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed

Chapter 65 classification notes

Chapter 65 small-volume.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Sport helmets (6506.10) vs. industrial safety helmets (6506.10 with PPE certification).

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 65

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