Human hair extensions are classified under HS code 6704.20 ("wigs, false beards, eyebrows and the like, and other articles of human hair"). Import duty depends on the destination country and your Incoterms — under EXW or FOB the buyer is responsible for duty and clearance, while DDP shifts that to the seller. This guide explains how to classify, estimate duty, and clear a shipment — it is a sourcing reference, not formal customs advice.
A second code system trips buyers up often enough to answer up front: there is no NAICS code for hair extensions. NAICS classifies your business, not your shipment — US sellers register under 458110 (wig and hairpiece stores), 456120 (beauty supply stores), 424990 (wig and hairpiece wholesalers) or 812112 (beauty salons), depending on what the business actually does. The full breakdown is in NAICS code for selling hair extensions below.
The HS code for hair extensions
Goods crossing a border are classified by Harmonized System (HS) code, which determines the duty rate. Human hair extensions sit in:
Most countries extend this 6-digit base to an 8–10 digit national code (e.g. the US uses 6704.20.0000). Always confirm the exact national code with your broker, because the extension *type* (raw bulk hair vs. finished wefts vs. clip-in sets) can occasionally shift classification.
NAICS code for selling hair extensions (US & Canada)
Anyone registering a business in North America meets a second code system, and the two get confused constantly. HS codes classify goods crossing a border. NAICS codes classify what your business does — they are used for business registration, tax filings, SBA size standards and insurance underwriting, and never for customs clearance.
Searching the official 2022 NAICS index for "hair extensions" returns nothing: the index is written around wigs and hairpieces. So the code you use depends on your role in the chain, not on the product name.
| What the business does | 2022 NAICS | Official title |
|---|---|---|
| Store selling wigs, hairpieces and extensions | 458110 | Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers |
| Beauty supply or cosmetics store carrying extensions | 456120 | Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Retailers |
| Wholesaling wigs, hairpieces and extensions | 424990 | Other Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers |
| Wholesaling beauty supplies broadly | 424210 | Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers |
| Salon installing extensions as a service | 812112 | Beauty Salons |
| Manufacturing hairpieces, wigs and wiglets | 339999 | All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing |
These come from the US Census Bureau's 2022 NAICS index file, which lists "Wig and hairpiece stores" under 458110, "Wigs merchant wholesalers" under 424990, "Beauty supply stores" under 456120 and "Hairpieces (e.g., toupees, wigs, wiglets) manufacturing" under 339999.
Two things that catch people out:
NAICS is a joint US–Canada–Mexico system, but the three countries only harmonize fully to the 5-digit level — confirm the 6-digit code with your own national registry before filing.
Who pays duty? It's set by your Incoterms
| Incoterm | Who clears & pays duty | Buyer's exposure |
|---|---|---|
| EXW (Ex Works) | Buyer (from factory door) | Highest — buyer handles everything |
| FOB (Free On Board) | Buyer (from port of loading) | Buyer pays freight + duty |
| CIF | Buyer pays duty; seller covers freight+insurance to port | Medium |
| DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) | Seller | Lowest — landed price is all-in |
For first orders, DDP gives a predictable landed cost; experienced importers often prefer FOB for control over freight and customs.
Estimating import duty (indicative only)
Duty on 6704.20 varies by market and changes over time. As a *rough orientation* — always verify against the current tariff schedule for your country and any trade-agreement preference:
| Market | Where to confirm |
|---|---|
| United States | USITC HTS schedule (heading 6704) |
| United Kingdom | UK Trade Tariff |
| European Union | TARIC database |
| Canada / Australia / others | National customs tariff lookup |
> Do not budget from a number you read in a blog (including this one). Pull the live rate for your HS code and country, factor in VAT/GST and any anti-dumping notes, and have your broker confirm. Rates and trade measures change.
Documents you'll need at clearance
Practical tips for B2B importers
1. Get the HS code in writing from your supplier on the proforma invoice, and confirm it with your own broker.
2. Clarify Incoterms before paying — a "cheap" FOB price can cost more landed than a DDP quote once duty + freight are added.
3. Ask for a certificate of origin — it can reduce duty if your country has a trade agreement with the origin country.
4. Start with a small trial shipment to test the full customs path before scaling volume.
5. Keep declared value accurate — under-declaring to cut duty is illegal and risks seizure.
FAQ
What is the HS code for human hair extensions?
The 6-digit base is 6704.20; countries add national digits (e.g. US 6704.20.0000). Confirm your exact national code with a broker.
Do I pay duty as the buyer?
Under EXW/FOB/CIF, yes — the buyer clears and pays duty. Under DDP, the seller covers it and you pay an all-in landed price.
Are hair extensions FDA-regulated?
Human hair extensions are not FDA-regulated as a product class; focus on material-safety compliance such as EU REACH and on accurate documentation.
How do I find my exact duty rate?
Look up HS 6704.20 in your country's official tariff (USITC HTS, UK Trade Tariff, EU TARIC) or ask a customs broker — rates change, so use the current schedule.
What is the NAICS code for selling hair extensions?
There is no NAICS code for hair extensions specifically — the 2022 index has no such entry. Pick by activity: 458110 for a wig and hairpiece store, 456120 for a beauty supply store, 424990 for wholesaling wigs and hairpieces, 424210 for wholesaling beauty supplies broadly, 812112 for a salon installing extensions, 339999 for manufacturing them.
Is a NAICS code the same as an HS code?
No. HS codes classify the goods crossing a border and set the duty rate; NAICS codes classify what your business does, for registration, tax and insurance. An importer typically needs both, and they never match.
Which NAICS code should an online-only hair extension store use?
The retail code that matches what it sells. The 2022 NAICS revision retired 454110 (Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses), so e-commerce is now classified by merchandise line rather than by selling online.
This guide is a sourcing reference, not customs or legal advice; confirm classification and duty with a licensed broker. Hopeshair can supply the HS code and a certificate of origin on your commercial documents — contact us on WhatsApp.