Headgear and parts thereof

HS v2022 Code: 65

About headgear and parts thereof

HS code 65 covers a wide range of headgear, including hats, caps, helmets, and other protective headwear. This industry plays a crucial role in the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing essential products for various industries, from construction and transportation to sports and fashion. The headgear industry is closely tied to the broader manufacturing and consumer goods sectors, contributing to the overall economic activity and employment in many countries.

Production process

The production of headgear typically involves a combination of traditional and modern manufacturing techniques. Common processes include cutting, sewing, molding, and finishing. Manufacturers may use a variety of materials, such as fabrics, leather, plastics, and metals, depending on the specific product requirements. Advanced technologies, such as computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), are increasingly being adopted to enhance efficiency and precision in the production process.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the headgear industry include raw materials like fabrics, leather, plastics, and metals, as well as various accessories and trimmings. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery, such as sewing machines, molding equipment, and finishing tools. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, including designers, pattern makers, and production workers, to ensure the quality and functionality of the final products.

Production outputs

The headgear industry produces a wide range of products, including 6501 Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, 6502 Hats and other headgear, plaited or assembled from strips of any material, 6503 Felt hats and other felt headgear, 6504 Hats and other headgear, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, and 6505 Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric. These products are consumed by various industries, including construction, transportation, sports, and fashion, as well as by individual consumers.

Family tree for headgear and parts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/65'>65: Headgear and parts thereof</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6501'>6501: Hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape nor with made brims; plateaux and manchons (including slit manchons) of felt</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6502'>6502: Hat-shapes; plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, neither blocked to shape, nor with made brims, nor lined, nor trimmed</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6504'>6504: Hats and other headgear; plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6505'>6505: 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</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6506'>6506: Headgear; n.e.c. in chapter 65, whether or not lined or trimmed</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6507'>6507: Head-bands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and chinstraps, for headgear</a>"]


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