Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted jackets, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, etc. As opposed to Chapter 62 non-knitted apparel, goods in this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not weaving. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and when classifying, the method of construction must first be confirmed. Heading 6103 covers men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear), knitted or crocheted. Among these, a suit means a set consisting of a jacket and trousers made of the same fabric, intended for formal occasions, and must meet specific style requirements. The first 2 digits 61 = knitted or crocheted apparel; digits 3-4 03 = men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, etc.; digits 5-6 11 = men's or boys' suits of wool or fine animal hair. The subheading is further divided by fiber type, with 11 representing wool or fine animal hair, distinguished from cotton (12), synthetic fibers (13), etc. The goods are a knitted men's suit, made of wool or fine animal hair, conforming to the subheading description 'of wool or fine animal hair' under heading 6103. If woven, it should be classified under 6203; if made of other fibers, it should be classified under other subheadings of 6103.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted jackets, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, etc. As opposed to Chapter 62 non-knitted apparel, goods in this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not weaving. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and when classifying, the method of construction must first be confirmed.
Heading
Heading 6103 covers men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear), knitted or crocheted. Among these, a suit means a set consisting of a jacket and trousers made of the same fabric, intended for formal occasions, and must meet specific style requirements.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 61 = knitted or crocheted apparel; digits 3-4 03 = men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, etc.; digits 5-6 11 = men's or boys' suits of wool or fine animal hair. The subheading is further divided by fiber type, with 11 representing wool or fine animal hair, distinguished from cotton (12), synthetic fibers (13), etc.
Classification Basis
The goods are a knitted men's suit, made of wool or fine animal hair, conforming to the subheading description 'of wool or fine animal hair' under heading 6103. If woven, it should be classified under 6203; if made of other fibers, it should be classified under other subheadings of 6103.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as 'men's knitted suit' Brand Type: Fill in the brand name or 'no brand', such as 'ZARA' Export Preference Status: Fill in according to the actual trade situation, such as 'export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country' Construction Method: Must indicate 'knitted' or 'crocheted' to distinguish from woven Fiber Composition: List in detail the percentage content of wool or fine animal hair, such as '100% wool' Style: State that it is a men's suit, including jacket and trousers Article Number: Fill in the manufacturer's or exporter's article number Product Name: Men's knitted suit; Brand Type: ZARA; Export Preference Status: No preference; Construction Method: Knitted; Fiber Composition: 100% wool; Style: Men's suit (jacket + trousers); Article Number: ABC123. Mistakenly classifying knitted suits under woven code 6203 Fiber composition does not indicate wool content, leading to incorrect subheading determination Suit style description is unclear, failing to state that it includes a jacket and trousers
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as 'men's knitted suit'
⚠️ Writing only 'suit' without specifying knitted and men's
Brand Type
Fill in the brand name or 'no brand', such as 'ZARA'
⚠️ Confusing brand with model or omitting it
Export Preference Status
Fill in according to the actual trade situation, such as 'export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country'
⚠️ Incorrect checking leads to loss of tariff preferences
Construction Method
Must indicate 'knitted' or 'crocheted' to distinguish from woven
⚠️ Mistakenly filling in 'woven' leading to classification errors
Fiber Composition
List in detail the percentage content of wool or fine animal hair, such as '100% wool'
⚠️ Writing only 'wool' without indicating content
Style
State that it is a men's suit, including jacket and trousers
⚠️ Failing to state that the suit contains two pieces
Article Number
Fill in the manufacturer's or exporter's article number
Mistakenly classifying knitted suits under woven code 6203
Fiber composition does not indicate wool content, leading to incorrect subheading determination
Suit style description is unclear, failing to state that it includes a jacket and trousers
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 61 and the subheading provisions of the Import and Export Tariff. First confirm that the garment is knitted or crocheted, then determine that it is a men's suit, and finally classify it under the corresponding subheading according to fiber composition. Goods of wool or fine animal hair should be classified under 6103.11; if blended, classify according to the predominant fiber. 620311 Men's or boys' suits of wool or fine animal hair, woven: The construction method is different; 6203 is woven, 6103 is knitted, which is the fundamental difference. 610312 Men's or boys' suits of synthetic fibers, knitted: The fiber composition is different; 6103.12 is synthetic fibers, 6103.11 is wool or fine animal hair. 610313 Men's or boys' suits of cotton, knitted: The fiber composition is different; 6103.13 is of cotton. 610319 Men's or boys' suits of other textile materials, knitted: The fiber composition is different; 6103.19 is of other textile materials. Is it knitted or crocheted? Is it for men? Is it a suit (jacket + trousers)? Is the fiber wool or fine animal hair? Does it contain other fibers? What is the predominant fiber?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 61 and the subheading provisions of the Import and Export Tariff. First confirm that the garment is knitted or crocheted, then determine that it is a men's suit, and finally classify it under the corresponding subheading according to fiber composition. Goods of wool or fine animal hair should be classified under 6103.11; if blended, classify according to the predominant fiber.
Confused Codes：
620311 - Men's or boys' suits of wool or fine animal hair, woven
The construction method is different; 6203 is woven, 6103 is knitted, which is the fundamental difference.
610312 - Men's or boys' suits of synthetic fibers, knitted
The fiber composition is different; 6103.12 is synthetic fibers, 6103.11 is wool or fine animal hair.
610313 - Men's or boys' suits of cotton, knitted
The fiber composition is different; 6103.13 is of cotton.
610319 - Men's or boys' suits of other textile materials, knitted
The fiber composition is different; 6103.19 is of other textile materials.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it for men?
✓ Is it a suit (jacket + trousers)?
✓ Is the fiber wool or fine animal hair?
✓ Does it contain other fibers? What is the predominant fiber?
❓ FAQ
How can you determine whether a suit is knitted or woven? Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabric has loops, good elasticity, and easily unravels; woven fabric has warp and weft interwoven, a tight structure, and no elasticity. You can also check the wash label or ask the manufacturer. How should wool-blend suits be classified? According to the subheading notes of the Tariff, blended garments are classified according to the predominant fiber. If wool content is the highest, classify under 6103.11; if synthetic fiber content is the highest, classify under 6103.12. What components must a men's suit include? According to the chapter notes, a suit must consist of a jacket and trousers, and the fabric, style, and size must match, intended for formal occasions. Can knitted suits be classified under 6103? Yes, 6103 includes knitted men's suits, but it must meet the conditions of being knitted, for men, and a suit. If the suit is a single jacket, how should it be classified? A single jacket should be classified under 6103.31 (men's or boys' jackets of wool, knitted), not 6103.11. How can I check the tariff rate for 610311? You can check through the General Administration of Customs website or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates change, so the latest version shall prevail. How should fiber composition be filled in during declaration? The specific fiber name and percentage content should be filled in, such as '100% wool' or '70% wool, 30% polyester'. What documents are required for importing knitted suits? Generally, a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, etc. are required, depending on customs requirements.
Q: How can you determine whether a suit is knitted or woven?
A: Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabric has loops, good elasticity, and easily unravels; woven fabric has warp and weft interwoven, a tight structure, and no elasticity. You can also check the wash label or ask the manufacturer.
Q: How should wool-blend suits be classified?
A: According to the subheading notes of the Tariff, blended garments are classified according to the predominant fiber. If wool content is the highest, classify under 6103.11; if synthetic fiber content is the highest, classify under 6103.12.
Q: What components must a men's suit include?
A: According to the chapter notes, a suit must consist of a jacket and trousers, and the fabric, style, and size must match, intended for formal occasions.
Q: Can knitted suits be classified under 6103?
A: Yes, 6103 includes knitted men's suits, but it must meet the conditions of being knitted, for men, and a suit.
Q: If the suit is a single jacket, how should it be classified?
A: A single jacket should be classified under 6103.31 (men's or boys' jackets of wool, knitted), not 6103.11.
Q: How can I check the tariff rate for 610311?
A: You can check through the General Administration of Customs website or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates change, so the latest version shall prevail.
Q: How should fiber composition be filled in during declaration?
A: The specific fiber name and percentage content should be filled in, such as '100% wool' or '70% wool, 30% polyester'.
Q: What documents are required for importing knitted suits?
A: Generally, a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, etc. are required, depending on customs requirements.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.