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HTS Chapter 65 · Section XII

Headgear and parts thereof

Chapter 65 averages a 5.0% general (MFN) duty across its 29 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 10.3%.

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5.0%
avg MFN duty
10.3%
highest line
29
rated tariff lines
24%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 65 by duty-rate band

How the 29 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free70.1–5%55–10%1610–20%1

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 65

HTS Chapter 65 - Headgear and parts thereof - organizes 118 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 29 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 65 sits within Section XII (Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas; Prepared Feathers), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 5.0%, with the highest individual rate reaching 10.3%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under headgear and parts thereof. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 65 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 65 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 118 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 29 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 5.0% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 10.3% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

6501.00 Hat forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape nor with made brims; plateaux and manchons (including slit manchons), of felt:
Of fur felt:
6501.00.30.00 For men or boys
doz., kg
Free
6501.00.60.00 Other
doz., kg
96¢/doz. + 1.4%
6501.00.90.00 Other (459)
No., kg
10.3¢/kg + 10.3%
6502.00 Hat shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, neither blocked to shape, nor with made brims, not lined, nor trimmed:
Of vegetable fibers, of unspun fibrous vegetable materials, of paper yarn or of any combination thereof:
6502.00.20.00 Sewed
doz., kg
34¢/doz. + 3.4%
Not sewed:
6502.00.40.00 Not bleached and not colored
doz., kg
4%
6502.00.60 Bleached or colored
Free
6502.00.60.30 Of paper
doz.
6502.00.60.60 Other
doz., kg
6502.00.90 Other
6.8%
6502.00.90.30 Of man-made fibers (659)
doz., kg
6502.00.90.60 Other
doz., kg
6504.00 Hats and other headgear, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed:
Of vegetable fibers, of unspun fibrous vegetable materials, of paper yarn or of any combination thereof:
6504.00.30.00 Sewed
doz., kg
6%
6504.00.60.00 Not sewed
doz., kg
94¢/doz. + 4.6%
6504.00.90 Other
6.8%
Sewed:
6504.00.90.15 Of man-made fibers (659)
doz., kg
6504.00.90.45 Other
doz., kg
Not sewed:
6504.00.90.60 Of man-made fibers (659)
doz., kg
6504.00.90.75 Other
doz., kg
6505.00 Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed:
6505.00.01.00 Hair-nets
kg
9.4%
Other:
Felt hats and other felt headgear, made from the hat bodies, hoods or plateaux of heading 6501, whether or not lined or trimmed:
6505.00.04 Of fur felt
Free
6505.00.04.10 For men or boys
doz., kg
6505.00.04.50 Other
doz., kg
6505.00.08.00 Other
No., kg
13.5¢/kg + 6.3% + 1.9¢/article
Other:
Of cotton, flax or both:
6505.00.15 Knitted
7.9%
Of cotton:
6505.00.15.15 For babies (239)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.15.25 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (359)
doz., kg
6505.00.15.40 Other (359)
doz., kg
6505.00.15.60 Other (859)
doz., kg
Not knitted:
6505.00.20 Certified hand-loomed and folklore products; and headwear of cotton
7.5%
6505.00.20.30 For babies (239)
doz., kg
6505.00.20.60 Other (359)
doz., kg
6505.00.25 Other
7.5%
6505.00.25.45 Visors, and other headgear of cotton which provides no covering for the crown of the head (359)
doz., kg
6505.00.25.90 Other (859)
doz., kg
Of wool:
6505.00.30 Knitted or crocheted or made up from knitted or crocheted fabric
25.4¢/kg + 7.7%
6505.00.30.30 For babies (439)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.30.45 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (459)
doz., kg
6505.00.30.90 Other (459)
doz., kg
6505.00.40 Other
31¢/kg + 7.9%
6505.00.40.30 For babies (439)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.40.45 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (459)
doz., kg
6505.00.40.90 Other (459)
doz., kg
Of man-made fibers:
Knitted or crocheted or made up from knitted or crocheted fabric:
6505.00.50 Wholly or in part of braid
6.8%
6505.00.50.30 For babies (239)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.50.45 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.50.90 Other (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.60 Not in part of braid
20¢/kg + 7%
6505.00.60.30 For babies (239)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.60.40 Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair (459)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.60.45 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.60.90 Other (659)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.70 Wholly or in part of braid
6.8%
6505.00.70.30 For babies (239)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.70.45 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.70.90 Other (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.80 Not in part of braid
18.7¢/kg + 6.8%
6505.00.80.15 Nonwoven disposable headgear without peaks or visors
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.80.45 For babies (239)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.80.50 Visors, and other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.80.90 Other (659)
doz., kg
6505.00.90 Other
20.7¢/kg + 7.5%
6505.00.90.30 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste (759)
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.90.45 Of fine animal hair (459)
doz., kg
6505.00.90.50 Of paper yarn
doz., kg
Other:
6505.00.90.76 Of unspun vegetable fibers
doz., kg
6505.00.90.89 Other (859)
doz., kg
6506 Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed:
6506.10 Safety headgear:
6506.10.30 Of reinforced or laminated plastics
Free
6506.10.30.30 Motorcycle helmets
No., kg
Other:
6506.10.30.45 Athletic, recreational and sporting headgear
doz., kg
6506.10.30.75 Other
doz., kg
6506.10.60 Other
Free
6506.10.60.30 Motorcycle helmets
No., kg
Other:
6506.10.60.45 Athletic, recreational and sporting headgear
doz., kg
6506.10.60.75 Other
doz., kg
Other:
6506.91.00 Of rubber or plastics
Free
6506.91.00.30 Bathing caps
doz., kg
6506.91.00.45 Visors, or other headgear which provides no covering for the crown of the head
doz., kg
6506.91.00.60 Other
doz., kg
6506.99 Of other materials:
6506.99.30.00 Of furskin
doz., kg
3.3%
6506.99.60.00 Other
doz., kg
8.5%
6507.00.00.00 Headbands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks (visors) and chin straps, for headgear
doz., kg
Free

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 65 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 65 covers Headgear and parts thereof. It contains 118 individual tariff classifications, of which 29 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section XII (Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas; Prepared Feathers).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 65? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 65 is 5.0%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 10.3%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 65? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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