Other headgear — HTS 6506
Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed
Chapter 65 › Heading 6506
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 6506 is a broad product category for “other headgear,” whether or not the item is lined or trimmed. It generally covers headwear that is not classified in the more specific hat and headgear headings elsewhere in Chapter 65. Examples may include certain protective, occupational, novelty, or other specialized head coverings, but the correct heading depends on the product’s design and use.
To reach the correct 8-digit HTSUS code, first confirm that heading 6506 fits, then read the subheadings and statistical provisions beneath it. The classification usually becomes more specific based on the headgear’s material—such as plastics, rubber, or textile materials—or its type or intended function. Examine the complete tariff wording, legal notes, and any relevant Customs and Border Protection rulings; a customs broker may be needed for difficult products.
What to check
- Describe the item’s construction, including its shell, lining, padding, visor, straps, and attached components.
- Identify the material that gives the headgear its essential character, rather than relying only on the packaging or marketing description.
- Check whether the item is protective, occupational, sports-related, costume, or ordinary headwear, and compare that function with the tariff language.
- Read every indented subheading and statistical suffix under heading 6506; do not stop at the 4-digit heading.
- Verify the result against current HTSUS notes, binding rulings, and product documentation, and ask a customs professional when competing classifications seem plausible.
HTS heading 6506 summary
Other headgear is a 4-digit product category containing 0 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 6506.10 | Safety headgear |
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 6506?
Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.