Hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape nor with made brims; plateaux and manchons (including slit manchons) of felt

HS v2017 Code: 650100

About hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape nor with made brims; plateaux and manchons (including slit manchons) of felt

HS code 650100 covers the production and trade of felt hat-forms, hat bodies, and hoods that have not been blocked or shaped, as well as felt plateaux and manchons (including slit manchons). This industry plays a crucial role in the broader textile and apparel sector, providing essential raw materials and components for the manufacture of various headwear products. The felt items described under this code are widely used in the production of 650200 Hats and other headgear, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed, 650300 (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), and other types of hats and headgear.

Production process

The production of felt hat-forms, hat bodies, and hoods typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw wool or other textile fibers are cleaned, carded, and then felted through a combination of heat, moisture, and mechanical agitation. This process causes the fibers to interlock and form a cohesive fabric. The felt material is then shaped and molded into the desired hat-form or body shape, often using specialized equipment and techniques. The final products may undergo additional finishing processes, such as trimming, dyeing, or embellishment, depending on the intended use and design.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of felt hat-forms, hat bodies, and hoods include raw wool or other textile fibers, such as fur, silk, or synthetic materials. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as felting machines, molding tools, and finishing equipment. Water, heat, and various chemical agents may also be used in the production process to facilitate the felting and shaping of the materials.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are the felt hat-forms, hat bodies, and hoods described in the HS code 650100. These products are then typically consumed by manufacturers of 650200 Hats and other headgear, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed and 650300 (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), who use them as raw materials or components in the production of various types of hats and headgear.

Revisions to 650100

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 650100. The most recent 1 version of this code (650100) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 650100 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape nor with made brims; plateaux and manchons (including slit manchons) of felt

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