HS codes
HS codes for clothing
Clothing is classified in chapters 61 (knitted or crocheted) and 62 (woven) of the Harmonized System, and textile hats and caps in heading 6505. Within them, the six-digit code depends on the garment, whether the fabric is knitted or woven, the fibre with the greatest weight, and whether it is men’s or women’s.
Every row below was checked against a US Customs classification ruling for the same kind of garment. The US rate is the base duty today; the per-US$1,000 column shows what that rate means in money.
US rates: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 19 (2026), checked 2026-09-26. Base (MFN) duty only.
How to read the code
Four things decide a garment’s HS code
1. Knit or woven
Knitted and crocheted garments are in chapter 61; woven garments are in chapter 62. Jersey, French terry, fleece, rib and piqué are knits; twill, denim, poplin and oxford are woven.
2. The fibre with the greatest weight
A blend takes the code of the fibre that weighs the most. A 60/40 cotton-polyester hoodie is a cotton hoodie; a 40/60 one is a polyester hoodie. A few percent of spandex rarely matters.
3. Men’s or women’s
Most garments have separate men’s and women’s headings. A style that cannot be identified as either — most unisex tees and hoodies — is classified as women’s.
4. What the garment is
T-shirt, sweatshirt, trousers, shirt, jacket or dress each has its own heading. A collar and placket make a knit top a polo shirt, not a T-shirt.
Code table
HS codes by garment
T-shirts and tank tops
See T-shirt HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-shirtMen's & women's | Combed cotton jersey, slub or interlockKnit · Cotton | 6109.10 | 6109.10.00 | 16.5% | US$165 | N296889 (2018) |
| T-shirtMen's & women'sA few percent of spandex does not change the code: the fibre with the greatest weight decides. | Cotton-spandex jerseyKnit · Cotton | 6109.10 | 6109.10.00 | 16.5% | US$165 | N340813 (2024) |
| T-shirtMen's & women's | Polyester jerseyKnit · Polyester | 6109.90 | 6109.90.10 | 32% | US$320 | N250351 (2014) |
| Tank top / vestMen's & women's | Cotton rib or jerseyKnit · Cotton | 6109.10 | 6109.10.00 | 16.5% | US$165 | N294768 (2018) |
| Tank top / vestMen's & women's | Polyester jerseyKnit · Polyester | 6109.90 | 6109.90.10 | 32% | US$320 | N334685 (2023) |
Hoodies and sweatshirts
See hoodie and sweater HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodie / sweatshirtMen's & women's | Cotton French terry or brushed fleeceKnit · Cotton | 6110.20 | 6110.20.20 | 16.5% | US$165 | N265182 (2015) |
| Hoodie / sweatshirtMen's & women's | Cotton-poly fleece, polyester by weightKnit · Polyester | 6110.30 | 6110.30.30 | 32% | US$320 | N310011 (2020) |
| Faux-leather hoodieMen's & women'sA coating that hides the base fabric moves the garment out of 6110 into 6113 (knit base) or 6210 (woven base). | PU-coated fabric on a knit baseKnit · Polyester, PU-coated | 6113.00 | 6113.00.10 | 3.8% | US$38 | N254384 (2014) |
| Faux-leather topWomen'sThe men's equivalent is 6210.40. | PU-coated fabric on a woven baseWoven · Polyester, PU-coated | 6210.50 | 6210.50.55 | 7.1% | US$71 | N319597 (2021) |
Sweaters and knitwear
See hoodie and sweater HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SweaterMen's & women's | Cotton yarnKnit · Cotton | 6110.20 | 6110.20.20 | 16.5% | US$165 | N244947 (2013) |
| SweaterMen's & women's | Cotton-acrylic yarn, acrylic by weightKnit · Acrylic | 6110.30 | 6110.30.30 | 32% | US$320 | N341057 (2025) |
| SweaterMen's & women's | Cotton-wool yarn, wool by weightKnit · Wool | 6110.11 | 6110.11.00 | 16% | US$160 | N156817 (2011) |
Track suits and sweat sets
See hoodie and sweater HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Track suit (hoodie + sweatpants)Men's & women'sOnly when the set meets the track-suit definition. A hoodie and sweatpants sold together are more often entered as two garments: 6110.20 plus 6103.42 or 6104.62 (see L85648). | Cotton French terry or fleeceKnit · Cotton | 6112.11 | 6112.11.00 | 14.9% | US$149 | K80002 (2003) |
| Track suitMen's & women's | Polyester tricotKnit · Polyester | 6112.12 | 6112.12.00 | 28.2% | US$282 | M83211 (2006) |
Polo shirts
See shirt and polo HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polo shirtMen's | Cotton piqué or jerseyKnit · Cotton | 6105.10 | 6105.10.00 | 19.7% | US$197 | N052217 (2009) |
| Polo shirtWomen's | Cotton piqué or jerseyKnit · Cotton | 6106.10 | 6106.10.00 | 19.7% | US$197 | N024079 (2008) |
| Polo shirtMen's | Polyester piquéKnit · Polyester | 6105.20 | 6105.20.20 | 32% | US$320 | N214711 (2012) |
| Polo shirtWomen's | Polyester piquéKnit · Polyester | 6106.20 | 6106.20.20 | 32% | US$320 | N250133 (2014) |
Woven shirts
See shirt and polo HS codesTrousers, joggers and jeans
See pants and shorts HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joggers / sweatpantsMen's | Cotton French terry or fleeceKnit · Cotton | 6103.42 | 6103.42.10 | 16.1% | US$161 | N293341 (2018) |
| Joggers / sweatpantsWomen's | Cotton French terry or fleeceKnit · Cotton | 6104.62 | 6104.62.20 | 14.9% | US$149 | N337656 (2024) |
| Trousers, chinos or jeansMen's | Cotton twill or denimWoven · Cotton | 6203.42 | 6203.42.45 | 16.6% | US$166 | N146115 (2011) |
| Trousers, chinos or jeansWomen's | Cotton twill or denimWoven · Cotton | 6204.62 | 6204.62.80 | 16.6% | US$166 | N245246 (2013) |
| Track or parachute pantsMen'sWater-resistant trousers have their own, lower line: 6203.43.75. | Woven nylonWoven · Nylon | 6203.43 | 6203.43.90 | 27.9% | US$279 | N336113 (2024) |
| Track or parachute pantsWomen'sWater-resistant trousers have their own, lower line: 6204.63.75. | Woven nylonWoven · Nylon | 6204.63 | 6204.63.90 | 28.6% | US$286 | N310451 (2020) |
| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ShortsMen's | Cotton French terryKnit · Cotton | 6103.42 | 6103.42.10 | 16.1% | US$161 | N221620 (2012) |
| ShortsWomen's | Cotton French terryKnit · Cotton | 6104.62 | 6104.62.20 | 14.9% | US$149 | N264212 (2015) |
| ShortsMen's | Cotton twillWoven · Cotton | 6203.42 | 6203.42.45 | 16.6% | US$166 | L80499 (2004) |
| ShortsWomen's | Cotton twillWoven · Cotton | 6204.62 | 6204.62.80 | 16.6% | US$166 | N190247 (2011) |
| ShortsMen's | Polyester meshKnit · Polyester | 6103.43 | 6103.43.15 | 28.2% | US$282 | N310343 (2020) |
| ShortsWomen's | Polyester meshKnit · Polyester | 6104.63 | 6104.63.20 | 28.2% | US$282 | N326195 (2022) |
Jackets
See jacket HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denim, twill or chore jacketMen'sThe ruling predates HS 2022 and quotes 6201.92; the same jacket is 6201.30 today. | Cotton denim or twillWoven · Cotton | 6201.30 | 6201.30.80 | 9.4% | US$94 | N003936 (2006) |
| Denim, twill or chore jacketWomen'sThe ruling predates HS 2022 and quotes 6202.92; the same jacket is 6202.30 today. | Cotton denim or twillWoven · Cotton | 6202.30 | 6202.30.80 | 8.9% | US$89 | L88150 (2005) |
| Quilted or padded jacketMen'sPadded sleeveless vests (6201.40.60) and jackets with 15% or more down have lower rates. | Nylon taslan or polyester shellWoven · Nylon or polyester | 6201.40 | 6201.40.75 | 27.7% | US$277 | N345197 (2025) |
| Quilted or padded jacketWomen'sPadded sleeveless vests (6202.40.60) and jackets with 15% or more down have lower rates. | Nylon taslan or polyester shellWoven · Nylon or polyester | 6202.40 | 6202.40.75 | 27.7% | US$277 | N328725 (2022) |
| Softshell jacketMen'sA softshell with a woven face is 6201.40 instead. | Bonded knit, man-made fibreKnit · Polyester | 6101.30 | 6101.30.20 | 28.2% | US$282 | N258824 (2015) |
| Softshell jacketWomen'sA softshell with a woven face is 6202.40 instead. | Bonded knit, man-made fibreKnit · Polyester | 6102.30 | 6102.30.20 | 28.2% | US$282 | N242551 (2013) |
Dresses
See dress HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DressWomen's | Cotton jersey or ribKnit · Cotton | 6104.42 | 6104.42.00 | 11.5% | US$115 | N238685 (2013) |
| DressWomen's | Polyester jerseyKnit · Polyester | 6104.43 | 6104.43.20 | 16% | US$160 | N303002 (2019) |
| DressWomen's | Cotton poplinWoven · Cotton | 6204.42 | 6204.42.30 | 8.4% | US$84 | N264213 (2015) |
| DressWomen's | Woven polyesterWoven · Polyester | 6204.43 | 6204.43.40 | 16% | US$160 | N315883 (2020) |
| DressWomen'sA blend with more cotton than linen is 6204.42; more viscose, 6204.44. | Linen blend, linen by weightWoven · Linen | 6204.49 | 6204.49.50 | 6.9% | US$69 | N255943 (2014) |
Skirts
| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkirtWomen's | Cotton jersey or ribKnit · Cotton | 6104.52 | 6104.52.00 | 8.3% | US$83 | N029705 (2008) |
| SkirtWomen's | Polyester jerseyKnit · Polyester | 6104.53 | 6104.53.20 | 16% | US$160 | N267224 (2017) |
| SkirtWomen's | Cotton twillWoven · Cotton | 6204.52 | 6204.52.20 | 8.2% | US$82 | N140276 (2011) |
| SkirtWomen's | Satin-back crepeWoven · Polyester | 6204.53 | 6204.53.30 | 16% | US$160 | N238165 (2013) |
Activewear
| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leggings / yoga pantsWomen's | Nylon-spandex or polyester-spandexKnit · Nylon or polyester | 6104.63 | 6104.63.20 | 28.2% | US$282 | N325678 (2022) |
| Athletic T-shirt or tankMen's & women's | Polyester-spandexKnit · Polyester | 6109.90 | 6109.90.10 | 32% | US$320 | N251208 (2014) |
| Athletic pullover or long-sleeve layerMen's & women's | Polyester-spandexKnit · Polyester | 6110.30 | 6110.30.30 | 32% | US$320 | N362034 (2026) |
| Other athletic top, e.g. croppedWomen's | Polyester-spandexKnit · Polyester | 6114.30 | 6114.30.10 | 28.2% | US$282 | N322302 (2021) |
| Sports braWomen'sBras sit in chapter 62 whether knit or woven, so a bra and leggings cannot form one set: each piece is entered on its own (N321291). | Nylon-spandex or polyester-spandexKnit · Nylon or polyester | 6212.10 | 6212.10.90 | 16.9% | US$169 | N334588 (2023) |
Swimwear
| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swim trunks / board shortsMen'sMost men’s swim trunks are woven, which puts them in 6211, not 6112. | Woven polyester or nylonWoven · Polyester or nylon | 6211.11 | 6211.11.10 | 27.8% | US$278 | N328096 (2022) |
| Swim briefs / jammersMen's | Nylon-spandex swim knitKnit · Nylon | 6112.31 | 6112.31.00 | 25.9% | US$259 | N220758 (2012) |
| Swimsuit / bikiniWomen's | Nylon-spandex or polyester-spandex swim knitKnit · Nylon or polyester | 6112.41 | 6112.41.00 | 24.9% | US$249 | N332956 (2023) |
Underwear
| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briefs / boxer briefsMen's | Cotton jerseyKnit · Cotton | 6107.11 | 6107.11.00 | 7.4% | US$74 | N334240 (2023) |
| Briefs / pantiesWomen's | Cotton jerseyKnit · Cotton | 6108.21 | 6108.21.00 | 7.6% | US$76 | N334212 (2023) |
| Briefs / boxer briefsMen'sModal is an artificial fibre, which counts as man-made. | Modal or microfibreKnit · Modal or microfibre | 6107.12 | 6107.12.00 | 14.9% | US$149 | N015551 (2007) |
| Briefs / pantiesWomen's | Modal or microfibreKnit · Modal or microfibre | 6108.22 | 6108.22.90 | 15.6% | US$156 | N350525 (2025) |
| BraWomen's | Knit or wovenKnit or woven · Any | 6212.10 | 6212.10.90 | 16.9% | US$169 | N251158 (2014) |
Socks
See sock HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SocksMen's & women's | Combed cotton or cotton-poly, cotton by weightKnit · Cotton | 6115.95 | 6115.95.90 | 13.5% | US$135 | N321723 (2021) |
| SocksMen's & women's | Nylon-spandex or polyesterKnit · Nylon or polyester | 6115.96 | 6115.96.90 | 14.6% | US$146 | N353868 (2025) |
| SocksMen's & women's | Merino woolKnit · Wool | 6115.94 | 6115.94.00 | 11.3% | US$113 | N220182 (2012) |
| SocksMen's & women'sBamboo viscose is an artificial fibre, so it falls outside the cotton and synthetic subheadings. | Bamboo viscoseKnit · Viscose | 6115.99 | 6115.99.19 | 14.6% | US$146 | N255708 (2014) |
Hats and caps
See hat and cap HS codes| Garment | Fabric | HS code | US HTS line | US base duty | Duty per US$1,000 | CBP ruling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball cap / dad hatMen's & women'sBefore HS 2022 this subheading was 6505.90. | Heavyweight cotton twillWoven · Cotton | 6505.00 | 6505.00.20 | 7.5% | US$75 | N363949 (2026) |
| BeanieMen's & women's | Acrylic knitKnit · Acrylic | 6505.00 | 6505.00.60 | 20¢/kg + 7% | Per-kg + % | N363927 (2026) |
Beyond the base rate
Additional duties are not in these numbers
The rates here are the US general (MFN) rates. Clothing made in China can also owe additional duties under chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs, and those change often. Check the current total with your customs broker or the CBP guidance before you price a shipment. CBP guidance on trade remedies
The first six digits are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. For the EU and UK rates, use their official lookups: EU TARIC · UK Trade Tariff
Sources: HS 2022 nomenclature (World Customs Organization); US Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 19 (2026) (USITC); classification rulings from CBP CROSS, linked on each row. Codes checked against the rulings on 26 September 2026.
Compiled and checked by HLN Apparel (Hualingniao). The tables and text on these pages are licensed under CC BY 4.0: reuse them freely, with credit to HLN Apparel and a link to the page.
A reference, not a binding classification. The importer of record is responsible for the code declared; a customs broker or a binding ruling from CBP gives the final answer for a specific garment.
FAQ
HS codes for clothing
What is the HS code for clothing?
There is no single code. Knitted clothing is in chapter 61 and woven clothing in chapter 62; hats and caps are 6505. A cotton T-shirt, for example, is 6109.10, a cotton hoodie 6110.20 and men’s cotton jeans 6203.42.
Are HS codes the same in every country?
The first six digits are. Over 200 countries and economies use the World Customs Organization’s Harmonized System; each adds its own digits and sets its own rates — the US uses a ten-digit HTS number, the EU an eight-digit CN code.
What is the difference between an HS code and an HTS code?
The HS code is the international six-digit code. The HTS code is the US version: the same six digits plus four more that set the duty rate and statistics, for example 6109.10.00 for a cotton T-shirt.
Do these rates include Section 301 or other tariffs on China?
No. The rates shown are the US general (MFN) rates. Clothing made in China can owe additional duties under chapter 99 of the HTS on top, and those change often, so confirm the total with your broker.
Who decides the final HS code for my garment?
The importer of record declares it and is responsible for it, usually through a customs broker. For certainty on a specific style, US importers can ask CBP for a binding ruling — the rulings linked in these tables are exactly that.
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