## Common ground
All options refer to barber or hairdressing capes used in professional hair services, regardless of material or construction.
## Options at a glance
**6113.00 – Knitted/crocheted fabric**
- **Defining trait:** Made from knitted or crocheted fabrics classified under headings 59.03, 59.06, or 59.07.
- **Typical examples:** Elasticized, stretchy capes with a soft, flexible weave.
- **Best fit when:** The cape is made using knitting or crocheting techniques and uses synthetic or treated fabrics like polyester blends.
**6210 – Non-knitted fabric (general)**
- **Defining trait:** Made from non-knitted fabrics such as woven textiles, including those with special finishes (e.g., water-resistant coatings).
- **Typical examples:** Standard cotton or polyester woven capes used in salons.
- **Best fit when:** The cape is woven and not knitted, regardless of gender or user.
**6211.3X – For men and boys, non-knitted**
- **Defining trait:** Designed specifically for male users, made from non-knitted textile materials.
- **Typical examples:** Men’s barber capes with a tailored fit and minimal decoration.
- **Best fit when:** The cape is intended for male clients or marketed as men's wear.
**6211.4X – For women and girls, non-knitted**
- **Defining trait:** Designed specifically for female users, made from non-knitted textile materials.
- **Typical examples:** Feminine-style capes with lace trim or floral patterns.
- **Best fit when:** The cape is intended for female clients or marketed as women’s wear.
**6217.10 – Accessories, not knitted**
- **Defining trait:** Classified as a clothing accessory rather than primary apparel; typically lightweight and non-essential in function.
- **Typical examples:** Decorative or temporary capes used for styling shows or photo shoots.
- **Best fit when:** The item is used more for presentation than protection during haircuts.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Gender Focus | Primary Use Case |
|--------------|---------------------|------------------|----------------------------|
| 6113.00 | Knitted/crocheted | None | Stretchy, flexible design |
| 6210 | Woven (non-knitted) | None | Standard salon use |
| 6211.3X | Woven (non-knitted) | Men and boys | Male client service |
| 6211.4X | Woven (non-knitted) | Women and girls | Female client service |
| 6217.10 | Woven (non-knitted) | None | Decorative or accessory |
## How to choose
- Is the cape knitted or crocheted? → 6113.00
- Is it for men only? → 6211.3X
- Is it for women only? → 6211.4X
- Is it used mainly as a decorative accessory? → 6217.10
- Does it fit all other criteria but is not gender-specific or decorative? → 6210
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A cape may be non-knitted and gender-neutral (fitting both 6210 and 6217.10), but the key difference lies in function: protection during service vs. decoration. If unclear, prioritize the **main purpose**—use 6210 for functional salon use, 6217.10 only if purely decorative