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U.S. imports of headgear of rubber or plastics (including bathing caps) (HS 650691) totaled $2.2M in July 2026, traded with 52 countries.
Importers of Headgear of Rubber or Plastics (Including Bathing Caps) paid $441K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $2.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataRubber and plastic headgear outside the safety-helmet category — most visibly bathing caps — is classified here, with the US schedule separating bathing caps (6506910030) from other rubber-and-plastic headgear excluding bathing caps (6506910045 and 6506910060). China dominates supply, with Vietnam and Burma as secondary sources; goods of Chinese origin carry Section 301 exposure, while Burma-origin goods may face additional scrutiny under US import restrictions tied to that country's trade status. The material distinction between rubber and plastics is straightforward for most articles, but composite constructions (e.g., a fabric-covered plastic shell) may require reclassification outside this heading.
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595 shipments/mo
A bathing cap is specifically designed for aquatic use to protect hair during swimming or bathing. Other rubber or plastic headgear not meeting that functional definition — such as novelty caps or protective covers — falls into the residual 'other' lines. When an article serves multiple purposes, the primary intended use at the time of importation typically governs classification.
US importers should monitor the current status of trade restrictions and sanctions applicable to Burma (Myanmar). Depending on the period of importation, goods of Burmese origin may be subject to import prohibitions or heightened scrutiny. Consulting a licensed customs broker and reviewing OFAC guidance before importing is strongly recommended.
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Subheading 2 of 3 in heading 6506
Subheading 650691 · $2.2M of $57.3M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6506910060 | Oth Rubber&plastic Headgear,Exc Bathing Caps,NESOI | $1.1M | 18.90% | 92.18% | $207K |
| 6506910030 | Bathing Caps of Rubber or Plastics | $997K | 22.55% | 99.64% | $225K |
| 6506910045 | Other Rubber&plastic Headgear,Exclude Bathing Caps | $68K | 14.56% | 101.00% | $10K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6506910000 | Other Headgr of Rubber/Plastics(Incl Bathing Caps) | $405K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$2.2MYoY · Pro
Exports
$405KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
China and Austria together supply 64% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
4.5% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 20.45%.