Hat-shapes; plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, neither blocked to shape, nor with made brims, nor lined, nor trimmed

HS code 650200 covers a range of hat-shaped products made by plaiting or assembling strips of various materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing essential components for the production of hats, headwear, and other fashion accessories. The versatility and wide-ranging applications of these hat-shapes make them an integral part of the broader textile and fashion industries.

The production of items under HS code 650200 typically involves the plaiting or assembling of strips of materials such as straw, paper, or synthetic fibers. This process can be done by hand or through the use of specialized machinery, depending on the scale and complexity of the final product. The key steps often include the selection and preparation of raw materials, the plaiting or weaving of the strips, and the assembly of the final hat-shaped form.

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 650200 include a variety of raw materials, such as natural fibers (e.g., straw, grass, palm leaves), synthetic materials (e.g., polypropylene, polyester), and adhesives or binding agents. Additionally, specialized machinery and tools may be needed for the plaiting, weaving, and assembly processes, depending on the complexity of the final product.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 650200 are the hat-shaped products themselves, which can be used as components in the production of 650100 Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, 650300 Hats and other headgear, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, and 650400 (Hats and other headgear, made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips)). These hat-shapes may also be used in the manufacture of other fashion accessories, such as bags, baskets, and decorative items.