Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including various outerwear, underwear, sportswear, gloves, socks, etc. Its core characteristic is that the fabric is made by knitting or crocheting rather than weaving. Goods in this chapter generally have properties such as elasticity, breathability, and softness, forming a fundamental distinction from Chapter 62 (non-knitted apparel). The classification of knitted apparel requires close attention to the method of manufacture, style and use, and material composition. Heading 6102 specifically covers women's or girls' overcoats, car coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski jackets), windcheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, knitted or crocheted. Goods under this heading are all women's outerwear garments with warmth-retaining or windproof functions, usually extending below the hip. It does not include knitted women's suits, dresses, skirts, etc., which are classified under other headings. Code 610220 consists of 6 digits. The first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories). Digits 3-4 "02" represent heading 6102, i.e., women's overcoats, car coats, capes and similar articles, knitted or crocheted. Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 610220, specifically referring to the above-mentioned women's outerwear with cotton as the primary material. Therefore, 610220 precisely refers to cotton knitted women's overcoats. If the material is man-made fibers, it is classified under 6102.30; if it is other textile materials, it is classified under 6102.90. This product is a knitted women's overcoat made of cotton, therefore classified under 610220. If it were a woven cotton women's overcoat, it should be classified under 6202.12; if it were a knitted man-made fiber women's overcoat, it would be classified under 6102.30; if it were a knitted cotton women's jacket or similar article but not an overcoat, it might be classified under 6104 or 6110. The core distinctions lie in the method of manufacture (knitted vs. woven), gender (women's), style (overcoat type), and material (cotton).
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including various outerwear, underwear, sportswear, gloves, socks, etc. Its core characteristic is that the fabric is made by knitting or crocheting rather than weaving. Goods in this chapter generally have properties such as elasticity, breathability, and softness, forming a fundamental distinction from Chapter 62 (non-knitted apparel). The classification of knitted apparel requires close attention to the method of manufacture, style and use, and material composition.
Heading
Heading 6102 specifically covers women's or girls' overcoats, car coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski jackets), windcheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, knitted or crocheted. Goods under this heading are all women's outerwear garments with warmth-retaining or windproof functions, usually extending below the hip. It does not include knitted women's suits, dresses, skirts, etc., which are classified under other headings.
Digit Breakdown
Code 610220 consists of 6 digits. The first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories). Digits 3-4 "02" represent heading 6102, i.e., women's overcoats, car coats, capes and similar articles, knitted or crocheted. Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 610220, specifically referring to the above-mentioned women's outerwear with cotton as the primary material. Therefore, 610220 precisely refers to cotton knitted women's overcoats. If the material is man-made fibers, it is classified under 6102.30; if it is other textile materials, it is classified under 6102.90.
Classification Basis
This product is a knitted women's overcoat made of cotton, therefore classified under 610220. If it were a woven cotton women's overcoat, it should be classified under 6202.12; if it were a knitted man-made fiber women's overcoat, it would be classified under 6102.30; if it were a knitted cotton women's jacket or similar article but not an overcoat, it might be classified under 6104 or 6110. The core distinctions lie in the method of manufacture (knitted vs. woven), gender (women's), style (overcoat type), and material (cotton).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the style, such as "cotton knitted women's overcoat." Avoid general expressions such as "jacket." Method of Manufacture: Clearly declare "knitted" or "crocheted," which is the key to distinguishing Chapter 61 from Chapter 62. It must be consistent with the actual production process. Material Composition: Declare the fiber composition and content of the shell fabric and lining, such as "100% cotton" or "60% cotton 40% polyester." The cotton content determines the subheading. Style: Describe the specific style of the overcoat, such as length, whether it has a hood, whether it has a collar, pocket design, etc., to distinguish it from jackets or capes. Brand: Declare the brand name (fill in "none" if no brand), used for customs intellectual property protection and statistics. Article Number: Declare the article number of the manufacturer or exporter for identification and traceability. Gender: Clearly declare "women's" because 6102 applies only to women's garments. Men's overcoats are classified under 6101. Product Name: Cotton knitted women's overcoat; Method of Manufacture: Knitted; Material Composition: Shell 100% cotton, lining 100% polyester; Style: Long, below-knee, hooded, front zipper, two pockets; Brand: ABC; Article Number: W2024-01; Gender: Women's. Misclassifying a knitted women's overcoat as woven (6202), resulting in chapter discrepancy. Inaccurate declaration of material composition, such as declaring pure cotton when it actually contains man-made fibers, affecting the subheading. Unclear style description, incorrectly declaring a jacket as an overcoat, which may be classified under 6104 or 6110.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the style, such as "cotton knitted women's overcoat." Avoid general expressions such as "jacket."
⚠️ Declaring only "women's top" or "knitted shirt" without reflecting the "overcoat" characteristic.
Method of Manufacture
Clearly declare "knitted" or "crocheted," which is the key to distinguishing Chapter 61 from Chapter 62. It must be consistent with the actual production process.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "woven," leading to misclassification under Chapter 62.
Material Composition
Declare the fiber composition and content of the shell fabric and lining, such as "100% cotton" or "60% cotton 40% polyester." The cotton content determines the subheading.
⚠️ Failing to provide accurate composition ratios, making it impossible to determine whether it falls under the cotton subheading.
Style
Describe the specific style of the overcoat, such as length, whether it has a hood, whether it has a collar, pocket design, etc., to distinguish it from jackets or capes.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring a hooded anorak as an overcoat, leading to subheading discrepancies.
Brand
Declare the brand name (fill in "none" if no brand), used for customs intellectual property protection and statistics.
⚠️ Neglecting brand declaration, leading to infringement risks or statistical errors.
Article Number
Declare the article number of the manufacturer or exporter for identification and traceability.
⚠️ The article number does not match the actual goods, affecting subsequent verification.
Gender
Clearly declare "women's" because 6102 applies only to women's garments. Men's overcoats are classified under 6101.
⚠️ Failing to indicate gender, or incorrectly classifying men's garments under 6102.
Example： Product Name: Cotton knitted women's overcoat; Method of Manufacture: Knitted; Material Composition: Shell 100% cotton, lining 100% polyester; Style: Long, below-knee, hooded, front zipper, two pockets; Brand: ABC; Article Number: W2024-01; Gender: Women's.
Common Mistakes：
Misclassifying a knitted women's overcoat as woven (6202), resulting in chapter discrepancy.
Inaccurate declaration of material composition, such as declaring pure cotton when it actually contains man-made fibers, affecting the subheading.
Unclear style description, incorrectly declaring a jacket as an overcoat, which may be classified under 6104 or 6110.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1) The method of manufacture must be knitted or crocheted; 2) Gender is women's; 3) The style belongs to overcoats, car coats, capes and similar outerwear; 4) The material is primarily cotton. According to the Chapter 61 notes and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff, knitted apparel is subdivided by category and material. Heading 6102 explicitly covers women's overcoat types, with the cotton subheading being 610220. If any condition is not met, other headings should be considered. 620212 Cotton women's overcoat (woven): The method of manufacture is woven, classified under Chapter 62. Whereas 610220 is knitted, which is the fundamental difference. 610230 Man-made fiber knitted women's overcoat: The material is man-made fibers, whereas 610220 is cotton. Subheading division is based on material composition. 610190 Knitted men's overcoat of other textile materials: Gender is men's, classified under 6101; and the material may differ. 6102 is limited to women's. 610432 Cotton knitted women's jacket: The style is a jacket (not an overcoat), usually shorter in length, classified under 6104. An overcoat must have outerwear characteristics. 611020 Cotton knitted pullover: The style is a pullover, not an open-front overcoat, classified under 6110. Overcoats are usually open-front, with a collar or hood. Is it confirmed to be knitted or crocheted? Is it clearly women's? Does the style meet the definition of an overcoat? Is cotton the predominant material? Is it distinguished from Chapter 62 woven garments?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1) The method of manufacture must be knitted or crocheted; 2) Gender is women's; 3) The style belongs to overcoats, car coats, capes and similar outerwear; 4) The material is primarily cotton. According to the Chapter 61 notes and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff, knitted apparel is subdivided by category and material. Heading 6102 explicitly covers women's overcoat types, with the cotton subheading being 610220. If any condition is not met, other headings should be considered.
Confused Codes：
620212 - Cotton women's overcoat (woven)
The method of manufacture is woven, classified under Chapter 62. Whereas 610220 is knitted, which is the fundamental difference.
610230 - Man-made fiber knitted women's overcoat
The material is man-made fibers, whereas 610220 is cotton. Subheading division is based on material composition.
610190 - Knitted men's overcoat of other textile materials
Gender is men's, classified under 6101; and the material may differ. 6102 is limited to women's.
610432 - Cotton knitted women's jacket
The style is a jacket (not an overcoat), usually shorter in length, classified under 6104. An overcoat must have outerwear characteristics.
611020 - Cotton knitted pullover
The style is a pullover, not an open-front overcoat, classified under 6110. Overcoats are usually open-front, with a collar or hood.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it confirmed to be knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it clearly women's?
✓ Does the style meet the definition of an overcoat?
✓ Is cotton the predominant material?
✓ Is it distinguished from Chapter 62 woven garments?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether a women's outerwear garment is knitted or woven? Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabric is formed by interlocking loops, has good elasticity, and edges tend to curl; woven fabric is formed by interlacing warp and weft yarns, has a tight structure, and no elasticity. You can also check the wash label or ask the manufacturer. If knitted, classified under Chapter 61; if woven, classified under Chapter 62. What declaration elements are mandatory for a cotton knitted women's overcoat? Product name, method of manufacture, material composition, style, brand, article number, and gender must be filled in. Among these, the method of manufacture and material composition are key to classification, and the style is used to distinguish overcoats from other tops. If the overcoat fabric is a cotton-polyester blend, how should it be classified? According to the subheading notes of the Tariff, blended materials are classified according to the predominant component. If cotton content is the highest (e.g., 55% cotton, 45% polyester), it is classified under 610220; if polyester predominates, it is classified under 610230. Accurate composition ratios must be provided. Is there a classification difference between knitted women's overcoats and knitted women's car coats? In the HS code, 6102 covers both overcoats and car coats, all classified under the same heading, with subheadings divided by material. Therefore, as long as the style belongs to overcoats or car coats and is knitted women's, it is classified under 6102, and if cotton, under 610220. How to check the import tariff rate for 610220? Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and time. It is recommended to use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools, input the HS code and country of origin to obtain real-time rates. You may also consult a customs broker. What should be noted when declaring customs for cross-border e-commerce sales of cotton knitted women's overcoats? Accurately declare the product name, material, and method of manufacture to avoid customs clearance delays due to misclassification. Also pay attention to brand authorization; if a well-known brand is involved, provide an authorization letter. Under-declaring prices or misclassification may trigger customs audits. What is the main difference between 610220 and 610230? Both are knitted women's overcoats, differing in material: 610220 is cotton, 610230 is man-made fibers. Classification is based on the predominant fiber component of the shell fabric. If cotton content is ≥50%, it is usually classified under 610220. If the overcoat has a fur collar, does it affect classification? If the fur is merely a decorative attachment and the main body of the overcoat is knitted cotton, it remains classified under 610220. However, if the fur constitutes the essential character of the overcoat (e.g., entirely fur), it may be classified under 4303. Judgment should be based on the area and function of the fur.
Q: How to determine whether a women's outerwear garment is knitted or woven?
A: Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabric is formed by interlocking loops, has good elasticity, and edges tend to curl; woven fabric is formed by interlacing warp and weft yarns, has a tight structure, and no elasticity. You can also check the wash label or ask the manufacturer. If knitted, classified under Chapter 61; if woven, classified under Chapter 62.
Q: What declaration elements are mandatory for a cotton knitted women's overcoat?
A: Product name, method of manufacture, material composition, style, brand, article number, and gender must be filled in. Among these, the method of manufacture and material composition are key to classification, and the style is used to distinguish overcoats from other tops.
Q: If the overcoat fabric is a cotton-polyester blend, how should it be classified?
A: According to the subheading notes of the Tariff, blended materials are classified according to the predominant component. If cotton content is the highest (e.g., 55% cotton, 45% polyester), it is classified under 610220; if polyester predominates, it is classified under 610230. Accurate composition ratios must be provided.
Q: Is there a classification difference between knitted women's overcoats and knitted women's car coats?
A: In the HS code, 6102 covers both overcoats and car coats, all classified under the same heading, with subheadings divided by material. Therefore, as long as the style belongs to overcoats or car coats and is knitted women's, it is classified under 6102, and if cotton, under 610220.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for 610220?
A: Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and time. It is recommended to use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools, input the HS code and country of origin to obtain real-time rates. You may also consult a customs broker.
Q: What should be noted when declaring customs for cross-border e-commerce sales of cotton knitted women's overcoats?
A: Accurately declare the product name, material, and method of manufacture to avoid customs clearance delays due to misclassification. Also pay attention to brand authorization; if a well-known brand is involved, provide an authorization letter. Under-declaring prices or misclassification may trigger customs audits.
Q: What is the main difference between 610220 and 610230?
A: Both are knitted women's overcoats, differing in material: 610220 is cotton, 610230 is man-made fibers. Classification is based on the predominant fiber component of the shell fabric. If cotton content is ≥50%, it is usually classified under 610220.
Q: If the overcoat has a fur collar, does it affect classification?
A: If the fur is merely a decorative attachment and the main body of the overcoat is knitted cotton, it remains classified under 610220. However, if the fur constitutes the essential character of the overcoat (e.g., entirely fur), it may be classified under 4303. Judgment should be based on the area and function of the fur.
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