HammockIHS Code

Hammock harmonized system code

Product Overview A hammock, as classified under Harmonised System (HS) Code 5608, refers to a sling made of fabric, netting, or rope, that is suspended between two points, often used for sleeping or resting. Key characteristics of hammocks under this classification include their robust construction with high-strength, durable materials such as nylon, cotton, or polyester, capable of supporting significant weight. Processing levels may range from hand-woven artisan creations to industrial-scale mass-produced units. Quality attributes often include resistance to weathering, UV radiation, and wear-and-tear, with some variants offering additional features like insect-protection nets or built-in storage pockets. Hammocks under HS code 5608 can be segmented into subcategories including camping hammocks, garden hammocks, and indoor hammocks. These are widely used in sectors such as tourism, outdoor recreation, home decor, and hospitality. The product's value proposition revolves around its capacity for portability, easy setup, comfort, and versatility, offering a competitive edge in marketplaces where relaxation and convenience are prioritized. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The hammock's comprehensive HS Code 5608 is structured as follows: Chapter 56 (Wadding, felt and nonwovens; special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof), Heading 08 (Knots and knotted nets; hammocks). The rationale for this classification lies in the hammock’s construction from woven or knotted materials, consistent with the description of goods covered under this code. Trade considerations for hammocks typically include packaging in compact, lightweight bags for easy transportation and storage. The preservation method is generally straightforward, often involving regular cleaning and proper storage away from harmful environmental conditions. Shipping requirements vary depending on the product's weight and dimensions, with most hammocks being relatively lightweight and compact, making them easy to ship internationally. Compliance with international quality standards, such as ISO 9001, is often a key requirement in the trade of these goods, ensuring product safety, reliability, and quality consistency. This product description aligns with World Trade Organization and customs documentation standards, incorporating specific, measurable attributes and employing industry-recognized terminology to support smooth international trade operations.

Hammock Chapter Note

1.- This Chapter does not cover : (a) Wadding, felt or nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with substances or preparations (for example, perfumes or cosmetics of Chapter 33, soaps or detergents of heading 34.01, polishes, creams or similar preparations of heading 34.05, fabric softeners of heading 38.09) where the textile material is present merely as a carrying medium; (b) Textile products of heading 58.11; (c) Natural or artificial abrasive powder or grain, on a backing of felt or nonwovens (heading 68.05); (d) Agglomerated or reconstituted mica, on a backing of felt or nonwovens (heading 68.14); (e) Metal foil on a backing of felt or nonwovens (generally Section XIV or XV); or (f) Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers) and napkin liners and similar articles of heading 96.19. 2.- The term “felt” includes needleloom felt and fabrics consisting of a web of textile fibres the cohesion of which has been enhanced by a stitch-bonding process using fibres from the web itself. 3.- Headings 56.02 and 56.03 cover respectively felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber whatever the nature of these materials (compact or cellular). Heading 56.03 also includes nonwovens in which plastics or rubber forms the bonding substance. Headings 56.02 and 56.03 do not, however, cover : (a) Felt impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber, containing 50 % or less by weight of textile material or felt completely embedded in plastics or rubber (Chapter 39 or 40); (b) Nonwovens, either completely embedded in plastics or rubber, or entirely coated or covered on both sides with such materials, provided that such coating or covering can be seen with the naked eye with no account being taken of any resulting change of colour (Chapter 39 or 40); or (c) Plates, sheets or strip of cellular plastics or cellular rubber combined with felt or nonwovens, where the textile material is present merely for reinforcing purposes (Chapter 39 or 40). 4.- Heading 56.04 does not cover textile yarn, or strip or the like of heading 54.04 or 54.05, in which the impregnation, coating or covering cannot be seen with the naked eye (usually Chapters 50 to 55); for the purpose of this provision, no account should be taken of any resulting change of colour.