Sourcing waterproof hat covers from China
Waterproof hat covers from China carry 0% UK duty under heading 6507, with no duty variation in the supplied line. Consumer covers sold in Great Britain must be safe in normal or reasonably foreseeable use. Specify the hat shape, coating and seam sealing, then test the assembled cover. Cambridge China Bridge sources waterproof hat covers.
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Duty on waterproof hat covers
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 4 October 2026, heading 6507 covers headbands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and chinstraps for headgear. This guide concerns separate waterproof covers fitted over hats. The table shows buying styles within the same commodity line, rather than separate tariff subdivisions.
The supplied line carries 0% duty for goods from China, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspension listed. The tariff attaches cat and dog fur import and export controls and a seal products import control. Cat and dog fur products cannot be imported or exported. Commercial seal imports into Great Britain need a seal catch certificate; ask your customs broker to confirm exemption eligibility and documentation before ordering any seal material from China.
Confirm the commodity code using the cover's materials, construction and intended use, particularly where it resembles a finished rain hat. For another cover family within the wider heading, see textile helmet covers.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterproof hat covers with elasticated edges | 6507 00 00 00 | 0% | None |
Fabric, seam sealing and hat fit
Specify the base fabric or film, coating material, crown shape, peak or brim coverage, relaxed and stretched opening, elastic or adjustment mechanism, colour and packing pouch. Supply the actual hat models the cover must fit. Approve a sample fitted to each intended shape, including how the cover stays in place when wet.
Agree a rain test for the assembled cover, including exposure, movement, acceptance criteria and checks after folding and the intended cleaning method. Test seams and adjustment openings as well as the fabric. Ask the supplier to identify the material and colour covered by any report.
Assess loose adjusters, sharp fittings and whether the fitted cover obstructs vision. For textile versions subject to textile labelling rules, the label must show fibre content. Agree the composition label and care information before production.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative mixed-size stock order of elasticated waterproof hat covers for an outdoor retailer under 6507 00 00 00, invoiced at £7,500 free on board, with £900 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £8,400. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £8,400, so it is £1,680. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Water entry: test assembled samples on the intended hats; inspect crown seams, seam tape ends, needle holes and any adjustment opening for leakage.
Fit and retention: compare dimensions with the approved sample; check brim coverage, elastic recovery and whether movement dislodges the wet cover.
Coating and finish: check for pinholes, peeling, sticky surfaces, uneven coating and colour transfer onto the hat after wet contact.
Labels and packing: match material descriptions, size identification and care information to the approved specification; check covers arrive dry and folded without damaged seam tape. Use an agreed inspection brief.
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What goes wrong
Water can bead on the fabric while entering through untreated stitching or lifting seam tape. A cover that fits a bare crown may fail over a taller hat or leave the brim exposed. Tight elastic can distort the hat; loose elastic can let the cover slip. Test the finished construction on the intended hat.
Coatings can become sticky in folded storage, and seam tape can lift where the cover repeatedly creases. Wet colour transfer can stain the hat beneath. Keep an approved sample and agree checks after wetting, folding and cleaning before accepting production.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For own-brand ranges, see sourcing for brands.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on waterproof hat covers from China?
The supplied tariff line, 6507 00 00 00, carries 0% duty for goods from China. No anti-dumping duty, countervailing duty or suspension is listed.
How do I check that a hat cover is waterproof?
Test the assembled cover on its intended hat under agreed rain conditions. Check seams, tape edges and adjustment openings, including after folding and the intended cleaning method.
Will an adjustable waterproof cover fit every hat?
Do not assume it will. Specify crown height, opening dimensions and peak or brim coverage. Fit samples to the actual hat models and check retention when wet.
Do textile waterproof hat covers need fibre labels?
For versions subject to textile labelling rules, the label must show fibre content. Confirm the construction and label wording before production; describe the coating separately in the buying specification.