Chapter 61 covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted, including various knitted coats, suits, ensembles, jackets, shirts, underwear, nightwear, etc. Goods of this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not woven. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and are widely used in casual clothing. This chapter does not include knitted bras, girdles, etc. (classified under 6212), nor does it include leather clothing (Chapter 42) or plastic clothing (Chapter 39). Heading 6103 covers men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear), knitted or crocheted. An ensemble refers to a set of garments (other than suits and articles of heading 6101 or 6102) composed of two or more pieces, put up for retail sale, for informal occasions, generally consisting of one jacket and one pair of trousers, and may also include a waistcoat, etc. This heading emphasizes the attributes of 'men's or boys'' and 'ensemble', and must be knitted or crocheted. The first 2 digits '61' represent Chapter 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted. The 3rd-4th digits '03' represent heading 6103: Men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, etc. The 5th-6th digits '23' represent subheading 6103.23: Men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted. Among them, '2' indicates man-made fibres, and '3' indicates ensembles. Therefore, the complete code 610323 specifically refers to men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted. The goods are men's knitted ensembles of man-made fibres, meeting the definition of 'men's or boys' ensembles' under heading 6103, and the material is man-made fibres, so they are classified under 610323. If they were suits, they would be classified under 6103.12 (of wool) or 6103.22 (of man-made fibres), but the difference between ensembles and suits lies in the degree of formality and coordination. If they were separate jackets or trousers, they should be classified under corresponding subheadings such as 6103.33.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted, including various knitted coats, suits, ensembles, jackets, shirts, underwear, nightwear, etc. Goods of this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not woven. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and are widely used in casual clothing. This chapter does not include knitted bras, girdles, etc. (classified under 6212), nor does it include leather clothing (Chapter 42) or plastic clothing (Chapter 39).
Heading
Heading 6103 covers men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear), knitted or crocheted. An ensemble refers to a set of garments (other than suits and articles of heading 6101 or 6102) composed of two or more pieces, put up for retail sale, for informal occasions, generally consisting of one jacket and one pair of trousers, and may also include a waistcoat, etc. This heading emphasizes the attributes of 'men's or boys'' and 'ensemble', and must be knitted or crocheted.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits '61' represent Chapter 61: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted. The 3rd-4th digits '03' represent heading 6103: Men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, etc. The 5th-6th digits '23' represent subheading 6103.23: Men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted. Among them, '2' indicates man-made fibres, and '3' indicates ensembles. Therefore, the complete code 610323 specifically refers to men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Classification Basis
The goods are men's knitted ensembles of man-made fibres, meeting the definition of 'men's or boys' ensembles' under heading 6103, and the material is man-made fibres, so they are classified under 610323. If they were suits, they would be classified under 6103.12 (of wool) or 6103.22 (of man-made fibres), but the difference between ensembles and suits lies in the degree of formality and coordination. If they were separate jackets or trousers, they should be classified under corresponding subheadings such as 6103.33.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods should accurately describe them as 'men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted' or specific style names. Brand Type: Fill in the brand name (if no brand, fill in 'no brand'), and the brand type (such as own brand, OEM, etc.). Export Preference Status: Fill in according to the actual trade situation, such as 'export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country', etc. Material Composition: List in detail the specific types and content of man-made fibres, such as '100% polyester' or '65% polyester 35% cotton'. Weaving Method: Clearly state 'knitted' or 'crocheted', and indicate the specific process such as 'weft knitted', 'warp knitted', etc. Style: Describe the composition of the ensemble, such as the jacket style (open-front, pullover, etc.) and the trousers style (long trousers, shorts, etc.). Applicable Gender: Clearly state 'men's or boys'', avoiding confusion with women's or girls'. Ensemble Composition: List all the pieces included in the ensemble and the name of each item, such as 'one jacket, one pair of trousers'. Product Name: Men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted; Brand Type: No brand; Export Preference Status: Not applicable; Material Composition: 100% polyester; Weaving Method: Knitted (weft knitted); Style: Jacket is open-front long-sleeved, trousers are long trousers; Applicable Gender: Men's or boys'; Ensemble Composition: One jacket, one pair of trousers. Mistakenly classifying blended man-made fibre ensembles according to the main material, but if the man-made fibre content is less than 50%, they may be classified under other subheadings. Confusing ensembles with suits; suits are usually classified under 6103.12 or 6103.22. Ignoring the difference between knitted and woven; woven men's or boys' ensembles should be classified under 6203.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods should accurately describe them as 'men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted' or specific style names.
⚠️ Writing only 'men's suit' without indicating the material and knitting process, resulting in ambiguous classification.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand name (if no brand, fill in 'no brand'), and the brand type (such as own brand, OEM, etc.).
⚠️ Confusing brand with trademark, or omitting the brand type.
Export Preference Status
Fill in according to the actual trade situation, such as 'export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country', etc.
⚠️ Incorrectly checking the preference type, resulting in inability to enjoy the agreement tariff rate.
Material Composition
List in detail the specific types and content of man-made fibres, such as '100% polyester' or '65% polyester 35% cotton'.
⚠️ Writing only 'man-made fibres' without specifying the type and proportion, affecting classification.
Weaving Method
Clearly state 'knitted' or 'crocheted', and indicate the specific process such as 'weft knitted', 'warp knitted', etc.
⚠️ Mistakenly writing 'woven' or 'woven fabric', leading to incorrect classification under Chapter 62.
Style
Describe the composition of the ensemble, such as the jacket style (open-front, pullover, etc.) and the trousers style (long trousers, shorts, etc.).
⚠️ Not indicating whether a waistcoat or a third piece is included, affecting the definition of an ensemble.
Applicable Gender
Clearly state 'men's or boys'', avoiding confusion with women's or girls'.
⚠️ Unisex styles mistakenly reported as men's or women's, leading to classification errors.
Ensemble Composition
List all the pieces included in the ensemble and the name of each item, such as 'one jacket, one pair of trousers'.
⚠️ Omitting accessories such as belts, or mistakenly reporting a two-piece set as a three-piece set.
Example： Product Name: Men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, knitted; Brand Type: No brand; Export Preference Status: Not applicable; Material Composition: 100% polyester; Weaving Method: Knitted (weft knitted); Style: Jacket is open-front long-sleeved, trousers are long trousers; Applicable Gender: Men's or boys'; Ensemble Composition: One jacket, one pair of trousers.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying blended man-made fibre ensembles according to the main material, but if the man-made fibre content is less than 50%, they may be classified under other subheadings.
Confusing ensembles with suits; suits are usually classified under 6103.12 or 6103.22.
Ignoring the difference between knitted and woven; woven men's or boys' ensembles should be classified under 6203.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods must be knitted or crocheted; 2. Must be men's or boys'; 3. Must be an ensemble, i.e., composed of two or more pieces, put up for retail sale, for informal occasions; 4. Material is man-made fibres. Also refer to the Import and Export Tariff and notes to confirm whether it meets the description of subheading 6103.23. If the jacket and trousers in the ensemble are classified separately, Rule 3 (b) must be applied. 610312 Men's or boys' suits of wool, knitted or crocheted: Material is wool or fine animal hair, and it is a suit (formal occasion), while 610323 is an ensemble of man-made fibres. 610322 Men's or boys' suits of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted: Also of man-made fibres, but it is a suit, more formal in style, usually including a jacket and trousers, and the jacket has specific style requirements. 610333 Men's or boys' jackets of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted: Refers only to a separate jacket, not including trousers, while 610323 is a complete ensemble. 620323 Men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, woven: Weaving method is woven, not knitted, classified under Chapter 62. 610343 Men's or boys' trousers of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted: Only trousers, not including a jacket, while 610323 is an ensemble. Is it confirmed that the goods are knitted or crocheted? Is it confirmed that the applicable gender is men's or boys'? Is it confirmed that the goods are an ensemble (not a suit)? Is it confirmed that the material is man-made fibres? Is it confirmed that the ensemble consists of two or more pieces?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods must be knitted or crocheted; 2. Must be men's or boys'; 3. Must be an ensemble, i.e., composed of two or more pieces, put up for retail sale, for informal occasions; 4. Material is man-made fibres. Also refer to the Import and Export Tariff and notes to confirm whether it meets the description of subheading 6103.23. If the jacket and trousers in the ensemble are classified separately, Rule 3 (b) must be applied.
Confused Codes：
610312 - Men's or boys' suits of wool, knitted or crocheted
Material is wool or fine animal hair, and it is a suit (formal occasion), while 610323 is an ensemble of man-made fibres.
610322 - Men's or boys' suits of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
Also of man-made fibres, but it is a suit, more formal in style, usually including a jacket and trousers, and the jacket has specific style requirements.
610333 - Men's or boys' jackets of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
Refers only to a separate jacket, not including trousers, while 610323 is a complete ensemble.
620323 - Men's or boys' ensembles of man-made fibres, woven
Weaving method is woven, not knitted, classified under Chapter 62.
610343 - Men's or boys' trousers of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
Only trousers, not including a jacket, while 610323 is an ensemble.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it confirmed that the goods are knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it confirmed that the applicable gender is men's or boys'?
✓ Is it confirmed that the goods are an ensemble (not a suit)?
✓ Is it confirmed that the material is man-made fibres?
✓ Is it confirmed that the ensemble consists of two or more pieces?
❓ FAQ
How to distinguish between an ensemble and a suit? An ensemble generally refers to a set of garments worn on informal occasions, such as a jacket and trousers paired together, casual in style; a suit refers to a formal set of clothing worn on formal occasions, with the jacket and trousers made of the same fabric, formal in style, often with shoulder pads, lining, etc. In HS classification, suits are classified under 6103.12 or 6103.22, and ensembles under 6103.23, etc. If the jacket and trousers in the ensemble are of different materials, how to classify? According to the General Rules for Classification, if the jacket and trousers are of different materials, they should be classified separately. However, if the ensemble as a whole meets the definition of an ensemble and the material is mainly man-made fibres, it can still be classified under 610323. If the main material cannot be determined, Rule 3 (b) applies, classifying under the heading that occurs last in numerical order. What is the difference between knitting and crocheting? Knitting is the process of using needles to bend yarn into loops and interlock them to form fabric, including weft knitting and warp knitting; crocheting is using a crochet hook to loop yarn. Both belong to the category of knitting, and in HS they are both classified under Chapter 61. However, the specific process may affect the subheading and must be indicated at the time of declaration. What materials specifically are included in man-made fibres? Man-made fibres refer to chemical fibres, including synthetic fibres (such as polyester, nylon, acrylic) and artificial fibres (such as viscose, acetate). In HS, man-made fibres generally refer to synthetic fibres and artificial fibres, but subheading 6103.23 specifically refers to man-made fibres, and the determination should be based on the type and content of the fibres. What accessories can a men's or boys' ensemble include? It usually includes one jacket and one pair of trousers, and may also include a waistcoat, belt, etc. However, the accessories must be sold together with the ensemble and constitute a set of garments. If sold separately, they must be classified separately. How to check the tariff rate for 610323? It can be checked through the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the Import and Export Tariff, or by using the customs classification intelligent query system. The tariff rate will change according to trade agreements, national policies, etc. It is recommended to use the latest tariff as the standard. If the ensemble is for women or girls, which code should it be classified under? Women's or girls' knitted ensembles should be classified under 6104.23 (of man-made fibres). Heading 6104 covers women's or girls' suits, ensembles, etc. Note that gender distinction is key to classification. What should be noted when declaring such clothing sold via cross-border e-commerce? It is necessary to accurately declare the product name, material, weaving method, style, and other elements to avoid customs clearance delays caused by classification errors. Also note that the HS code of the destination country may be different, and it is necessary to check and confirm in advance.
Q: How to distinguish between an ensemble and a suit?
A: An ensemble generally refers to a set of garments worn on informal occasions, such as a jacket and trousers paired together, casual in style; a suit refers to a formal set of clothing worn on formal occasions, with the jacket and trousers made of the same fabric, formal in style, often with shoulder pads, lining, etc. In HS classification, suits are classified under 6103.12 or 6103.22, and ensembles under 6103.23, etc.
Q: If the jacket and trousers in the ensemble are of different materials, how to classify?
A: According to the General Rules for Classification, if the jacket and trousers are of different materials, they should be classified separately. However, if the ensemble as a whole meets the definition of an ensemble and the material is mainly man-made fibres, it can still be classified under 610323. If the main material cannot be determined, Rule 3 (b) applies, classifying under the heading that occurs last in numerical order.
Q: What is the difference between knitting and crocheting?
A: Knitting is the process of using needles to bend yarn into loops and interlock them to form fabric, including weft knitting and warp knitting; crocheting is using a crochet hook to loop yarn. Both belong to the category of knitting, and in HS they are both classified under Chapter 61. However, the specific process may affect the subheading and must be indicated at the time of declaration.
Q: What materials specifically are included in man-made fibres?
A: Man-made fibres refer to chemical fibres, including synthetic fibres (such as polyester, nylon, acrylic) and artificial fibres (such as viscose, acetate). In HS, man-made fibres generally refer to synthetic fibres and artificial fibres, but subheading 6103.23 specifically refers to man-made fibres, and the determination should be based on the type and content of the fibres.
Q: What accessories can a men's or boys' ensemble include?
A: It usually includes one jacket and one pair of trousers, and may also include a waistcoat, belt, etc. However, the accessories must be sold together with the ensemble and constitute a set of garments. If sold separately, they must be classified separately.
Q: How to check the tariff rate for 610323?
A: It can be checked through the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the Import and Export Tariff, or by using the customs classification intelligent query system. The tariff rate will change according to trade agreements, national policies, etc. It is recommended to use the latest tariff as the standard.
Q: If the ensemble is for women or girls, which code should it be classified under?
A: Women's or girls' knitted ensembles should be classified under 6104.23 (of man-made fibres). Heading 6104 covers women's or girls' suits, ensembles, etc. Note that gender distinction is key to classification.
Q: What should be noted when declaring such clothing sold via cross-border e-commerce?
A: It is necessary to accurately declare the product name, material, weaving method, style, and other elements to avoid customs clearance delays caused by classification errors. Also note that the HS code of the destination country may be different, and it is necessary to check and confirm in advance.
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