HS codes
HS code for pants, jeans and shorts
Knitted trousers, joggers and shorts are classified under HS 6103 (men’s) and 6104 (women’s); woven trousers, jeans and shorts under 6203 (men’s) and 6204 (women’s). In cotton that is 6103.42 and 6104.62 for knits, 6203.42 and 6204.62 for wovens. Shorts use the same codes as trousers.
US rates: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 19 (2026), checked 2026-09-26. Base (MFN) duty only.
Trousers, joggers and jeans
| 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) |
Shorts
| 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) |
Same garment, different fibre
How the fibre changes the US duty
Base duty on US$1,000 of customs value, before any additional duties.
Shorts · Men's · Knit
- Cotton (6103.42)
- 16.1% · US$161
- Polyester (6103.43)
- 28.2% · US$282
Trousers, chinos or jeans · Men's · Woven
- Cotton (6203.42)
- 16.6% · US$166
- Nylon (6203.43)
- 27.9% · US$279
Trousers, chinos or jeans · Women's · Woven
- Cotton (6204.62)
- 16.6% · US$166
- Nylon (6204.63)
- 28.6% · US$286
How to read the code
Worth knowing
- Knit or woven comes first: French terry and fleece joggers are knits, twill chinos and denim jeans are woven.
- Nylon and polyester trousers cost far more in US base duty than cotton ones — see the comparison below.
- Water-resistant woven trousers have their own, lower US lines.
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.
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 code for pants, jeans and shorts
What is the HS code for jeans?
Cotton denim jeans are woven trousers: 6203.42 for men and 6204.62 for women, both at 16.6% US base duty.
What is the HS code for sweatpants or joggers?
Knitted cotton joggers are 6103.42 for men (16.1% in the US) and 6104.62 for women (14.9%).
Do shorts have their own HS code?
No. Shorts sit in the same subheadings as trousers — for example 6203.42 for men’s woven cotton shorts and 6103.43 for men’s polyester mesh shorts.
What is the HS code for nylon track pants?
Woven nylon track pants are 6203.43 for men and 6204.63 for women; the US base duty is 27.9% and 28.6%.
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