Product Overview The beach umbrella classified under HS Code 660110 is a portable shading device designed primarily for outdoor recreational use, specifically at beach environments. It typically consists of a collapsible canopy made from durable, weather-resistant fabrics such as polyester or nylon, mounted on a metal or fiberglass pole with adjustable height and tilt mechanisms. Key physical specifications include canopy diameters ranging from 150 cm to 250 cm, pole diameters between 20 mm and 35 mm, and weight varying from 1.5 kg to 3.5 kg, ensuring ease of transport and stability under moderate wind conditions. Processing levels involve precision fabrication of frames, UV-resistant fabric treatments, and corrosion-resistant coatings on metal parts to enhance longevity. Under HS Code 660110, subcategories include umbrellas with automatic open/close features, manual types, and specialized variants with additional wind vents or reflective coatings. Commercially, these umbrellas are utilized in food service outdoor seating areas, retail beach accessory outlets, and seasonal rental operations, serving as essential sun protection solutions. Their competitive advantages lie in compliance with international durability standards, modular design for ease of assembly, and adherence to safety norms, positioning them as reliable products within the global leisure goods market. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications HS Code 660110 falls within Chapter 66 (Umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking sticks, seat sticks, whips, riding-crops, and parts thereof), Heading 6601 (Umbrellas and sun umbrellas), and specifically covers umbrellas designed for sun protection, including beach umbrellas. The classification rationale is based on the product’s primary function as a sunshade and its structural characteristics, distinguishing it from other umbrella types used solely for rain protection or other purposes. Trade considerations for beach umbrellas under this code involve standardized packaging, typically in corrugated fiberboard cartons with protective internal padding to prevent fabric abrasion and frame deformation during transit. Preservation methods focus on moisture control through desiccants and UV-protective wrappings to maintain fabric integrity. Shipping requirements often specify palletization and securing to prevent movement under container handling conditions. Quality standards align with ISO 12312-1 for sun protection textiles and ASTM F1992 for structural safety, ensuring compliance with WTO trade facilitation agreements and customs documentation protocols. This classification supports accurate tariff application, import/export licensing, and statistical reporting in international trade workflows.