HS Chapter 65 — Headgear
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
65
Chapter number
Section
XII
Section name
Typical duty
varies
By subheading & market
HS headings
3
4-digit headings
What Chapter 65 covers
Hats, caps and other headgear, and hairnets, of any material.
Common HS headings in Chapter 65
- 6501 Hats, shields
- 6504 Hats, knitted
- 6506 Other headgear
Classification notes
Material and type (hat vs cap) determine the subheading.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 65
What Chapter 65 covers
Hats, caps and other headgear, and hairnets, of any material.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 65?
Common HS headings in Chapter 65 include: 6501 Hats, shields; 6504 Hats, knitted; 6506 Other headgear.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 65 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 65 products?
Material and type (hat vs cap) determine the subheading.
Related HS chapters
Ch. 64 Footwear, gaiters
Ch. 61 Articles of apparel, knitted
Ch. 96 Miscellaneous manufactured articles