Heading 6603

Parts, trimmings and accessories of articles of heading 6601 or 6602

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Heading 6603 covers parts, trimmings and accessories used to make or repair umbrellas, sun umbrellas and similar articles of heading 6601, plus walking sticks and related articles of heading 6602. It splits first by type of part: 6603.20 for umbrella frames, including frames mounted on shafts, and 6603.90 for everything else such as handles, knobs, tips and caps. Rates run from Free to 12% depending on the line.

Products in this heading

Umbrella frames, not mounted on a shaft
Umbrella frames mounted on shafts (sticks) for hand-held rain umbrellas
Umbrella ribs and stretchers sold as frame parts
Umbrella handles and knobs
Umbrella tips and end caps
Umbrella ferrules and small trimmings
Replacement frame and shaft assemblies for garden umbrellas

How to choose the right subheading

Whether the item is a frame (6603.20) or another part such as a handle, tip or cap (6603.90)
For frames, whether the frame is chiefly for hand-held umbrellas used against rain, or for other umbrellas
Whether the frame is mounted on a shaft (stick) or supplied loose
Whether the item is dedicated for use with articles of heading 6601 or 6602, rather than a general hardware item
Whether the goods are a complete umbrella (heading 6601) rather than a part

Often confused with

Finished umbrellas and sun umbrellas
Complete umbrellas are classified in their own heading, not as parts.
Heading 6601
Walking sticks, canes and riding crops
These are finished articles; only their parts and fittings fall in 6603.
Steel tube or pipe cut to length but not made up as a frame
Plain metal tubing is classified as tubing, not as an umbrella part.
Heading 7306
Plastic knobs and handles not identifiable for umbrellas
Generic plastic articles are excluded because they are not dedicated umbrella parts.
Heading 3926

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for umbrella frames?

Frames mounted on shafts (sticks) for hand-held umbrellas chiefly used against rain are 6603.20.30.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free. All other umbrella frames are 6603.20.90.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 12%.

What is the duty on umbrella handles, knobs, tips and caps?

Umbrella handles, knobs, tips and caps are classified under 6603.90.41.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.

How do I classify umbrella parts that are not frames or handles?

Other parts and trimmings of heading 6603 that are not frames and not handles, knobs, tips or caps fall under 6603.90.81.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 5.2%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.