## Common ground
All options describe hair scrunchies based on material, construction, or intended use.
## Options at a glance
**3926.20 – Plastic materials**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from plastic (non-rubber, non-textile).
- **Typical examples:** Clear or colored plastic hair ties with rigid bands.
- **Best fit when:** The scrunchie is made of molded or extruded plastic, not elastic or fabric-based.
**4016.99 – Vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber**
- **Defining trait:** Made from soft, flexible vulcanized rubber (elastic but not hard).
- **Typical examples:** Classic rubber hair ties with a soft, stretchy band.
- **Best fit when:** The core is a soft, natural or synthetic rubber band.
**5609.00 – Rubber core with man-made braided yarns**
- **Defining trait:** Features a rubber core wrapped in synthetic braided thread (e.g., polyester).
- **Typical examples:** Decorative scrunchies with textured, woven outer layer over a rubber band.
- **Best fit when:** The product has a visible braided or knotted man-made yarn covering.
**6117.80 – Knitted textile materials**
- **Defining trait:** Made from knitted fabric (e.g., stretchy cotton or polyester knit).
- **Typical examples:** Soft, stretchy fabric scrunchies with a looped design.
- **Best fit when:** The entire scrunchie is formed by knitting, not sewing.
**6217.10 – Non-knitted textile materials**
- **Defining trait:** Made from woven or non-knitted fabric (e.g., satin, taffeta).
- **Typical examples:** Smooth fabric scrunchies with a flat, stitched band.
- **Best fit when:** The material is not stretchy and not knitted.
**9505.90 – Festive/entertainment articles**
- **Defining trait:** Designed for costumes or events (e.g., Halloween, festivals).
- **Typical examples:** Scrunchies with feathers, glitter, or themed decorations.
- **Best fit when:** The primary purpose is costume or celebration use.
**9615.1X – Base metals**
- **Defining trait:** Made of metal (e.g., aluminum, steel) as the main component.
- **Typical examples:** Metal hair clips or rings with a scrunchie-like function.
- **Best fit when:** The product is metallic and not fabric or rubber-based.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Construction | Primary Use | Flexibility |
|-------|----------------|--------------|--------------|-------------|
| 3926.20 | Plastic | Molded | General use | Rigid/semi-rigid |
| 4016.99 | Rubber | Solid band | General use | Highly elastic |
| 5609.00 | Rubber + synthetic yarn | Braided wrap | Decorative | Elastic with texture |
| 6117.80 | Knitted fabric | Knit loop | Fashion | Stretchy |
| 6217.10 | Woven fabric | Stitched band | Fashion | Low stretch |
| 9505.90 | Mixed (often fabric) | Themed design | Entertainment | Varies |
| 9615.1X | Metal | Metallic frame | Functional/ornamental | Rigid |
## How to choose
- Is it made of plastic? → 3926.20
- Is it a soft rubber band with no fabric covering? → 4016.99
- Does it have a rubber core wrapped in braided synthetic yarn? → 5609.00
- Is it knitted (stretchy loop)? → 6117.80
- Is it made of woven fabric (not knitted)? → 6217.10
- Is it for Halloween, Carnival, or a themed event? → 9505.90
- Is it made of metal (e.g., clip or ring)? → 9615.1X
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- A festive scrunchie may also be knitted (6117.80) or made of fabric (6217.10). Prioritize **intended use** over material if it's clearly for entertainment.
- A metal-based scrunchie might look like a clip but function as a hair tie—check if the core is elastic.
- If multiple traits apply, choose based on the **main function or defining feature** (e.g., material vs. decoration)