Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted jackets, suits, trousers, shirts, underwear, etc. Goods of this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not weaving. Knitted fabrics are elastic and breathable, distinguishing them from woven garments of Chapter 62. This chapter also includes knitted gloves, socks and other accessories, but excludes knitted headwear (Chapter 65) and knitted footwear (Chapter 64). 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. All garments under this heading are for men or boys and are made by knitting. Trousers include all lengths, but attention must be paid to the distinction from headings such as 6104 (women's or girls') and 6105 (men's or boys' shirts). This heading is further subdivided by material into wool or fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic fibres, artificial fibres and other textile materials. Code 610341 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); digits 3-4 "03" represent heading 6103 (men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, knitted or crocheted); digits 5-6 "41" represent subheading 610341, specifically men's or boys' trousers of wool or fine animal hair. Among these, "4" indicates wool or fine animal hair, and "1" indicates trousers. Note that this subheading covers only trousers, not shorts (shorts are classified under 610342, etc.). The goods are men's knitted trousers made of wool or fine animal hair, therefore classified under 610341. If woven, they would be classified under 620341; if cotton knitted men's trousers, under 610342; if of synthetic fibres, under 610343. The key distinctions are the knitting process, men's style, trousers style, and wool/fine animal hair material.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted jackets, suits, trousers, shirts, underwear, etc. Goods of this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not weaving. Knitted fabrics are elastic and breathable, distinguishing them from woven garments of Chapter 62. This chapter also includes knitted gloves, socks and other accessories, but excludes knitted headwear (Chapter 65) and knitted footwear (Chapter 64).
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. All garments under this heading are for men or boys and are made by knitting. Trousers include all lengths, but attention must be paid to the distinction from headings such as 6104 (women's or girls') and 6105 (men's or boys' shirts). This heading is further subdivided by material into wool or fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic fibres, artificial fibres and other textile materials.
Digit Breakdown
Code 610341 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); digits 3-4 "03" represent heading 6103 (men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, knitted or crocheted); digits 5-6 "41" represent subheading 610341, specifically men's or boys' trousers of wool or fine animal hair. Among these, "4" indicates wool or fine animal hair, and "1" indicates trousers. Note that this subheading covers only trousers, not shorts (shorts are classified under 610342, etc.).
Classification Basis
The goods are men's knitted trousers made of wool or fine animal hair, therefore classified under 610341. If woven, they would be classified under 620341; if cotton knitted men's trousers, under 610342; if of synthetic fibres, under 610343. The key distinctions are the knitting process, men's style, trousers style, and wool/fine animal hair material.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should be accurately described as "men's knitted trousers" or "wool knitted men's trousers", avoiding vague generic terms. Brand Type: Fill in the brand attribute, such as no brand, domestic independent brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other), etc. Material Composition: List the fibre composition and content in detail, such as "100% wool" or "70% wool 30% polyester", which must be consistent with the test report. Knitting Method: Specify the knitting type, such as "weft knit" or "warp knit", usually determined by fabric structure. Style: Clearly specify as trousers and describe waist, legs and other features, such as "men's trousers, unlined". Brand Name: Fill in the specific brand name (e.g., "UNIQLO"), or "none" if no brand. Article Number: Fill in the product model or article number of the manufacturer or exporter for identification. Is It a Suit: Declare whether it is a suit or ensemble; for a single pair of trousers, fill in "No". Customs declaration form example:
Product Name: Men's knitted trousers
Brand Type: Foreign brand (OEM production)
Material Composition: 100% wool
Knitting Method: Weft knit
Style: Men's trousers, unlined
Brand Name: UNIQLO
Article Number: 123456
Is It a Suit: No
Specification/Model: 170/80A
Declaration elements must be complete and accurate, consistent with invoice and packing list. Incorrectly classifying trousers of wool blends with wool content below 50% under 610341; they should actually be classified by predominant material. Ignoring the "men's" limitation and incorrectly classifying women's knitted trousers under 610341; they should be classified under 610461. Failing to distinguish trousers from shorts; shorts should be classified under subheadings such as 610342 or 610343. Incorrectly classifying woven wool trousers under 610341; woven should be classified under 620341.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should be accurately described as "men's knitted trousers" or "wool knitted men's trousers", avoiding vague generic terms.
⚠️ Declaring only "pants" or "men's pants" without specifying knitting and material.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand attribute, such as no brand, domestic independent brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other), etc.
⚠️ Omitting the brand type or incorrectly selecting "no brand" when there is actually a trademark.
Material Composition
List the fibre composition and content in detail, such as "100% wool" or "70% wool 30% polyester", which must be consistent with the test report.
⚠️ Writing only "wool" without percentage, or composition inconsistent with actual.
Knitting Method
Specify the knitting type, such as "weft knit" or "warp knit", usually determined by fabric structure.
⚠️ Incorrectly reporting as woven, leading to classification errors.
Style
Clearly specify as trousers and describe waist, legs and other features, such as "men's trousers, unlined".
⚠️ Declaring shorts as trousers, or failing to distinguish men's from women's.
Brand Name
Fill in the specific brand name (e.g., "UNIQLO"), or "none" if no brand.
⚠️ Brand name inconsistent with trademark, or omitted.
Article Number
Fill in the product model or article number of the manufacturer or exporter for identification.
⚠️ Article number inconsistent with the actual goods, or not provided.
Is It a Suit
Declare whether it is a suit or ensemble; for a single pair of trousers, fill in "No".
⚠️ Incorrectly reporting a single pair of trousers as a suit, leading to classification errors.
Example: Customs declaration form example:
Product Name: Men's knitted trousers
Brand Type: Foreign brand (OEM production)
Material Composition: 100% wool
Knitting Method: Weft knit
Style: Men's trousers, unlined
Brand Name: UNIQLO
Article Number: 123456
Is It a Suit: No
Specification/Model: 170/80A
Declaration elements must be complete and accurate, consistent with invoice and packing list.
Common Mistakes:
Incorrectly classifying trousers of wool blends with wool content below 50% under 610341; they should actually be classified by predominant material.
Ignoring the "men's" limitation and incorrectly classifying women's knitted trousers under 610341; they should be classified under 610461.
Failing to distinguish trousers from shorts; shorts should be classified under subheadings such as 610342 or 610343.
Incorrectly classifying woven wool trousers under 610341; woven should be classified under 620341.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification criteria: 1) knitted or crocheted process; 2) men's; 3) trousers style; 4) wool or fine animal hair material. All four conditions must be met simultaneously for classification under 610341. Material determination is primarily based on fibre content; the subheading with the highest wool or fine animal hair content applies. If blended and wool content is lower than other fibres, classify by the predominant fibre. Additionally, attention must be paid to the distinction between trousers and shorts, and between suits and single items. 610342 Cotton knitted men's trousers: Material is cotton, not wool or fine animal hair. If wool content is lower than cotton, classify under this code. 610343 Synthetic fibre knitted men's trousers: Material is synthetic fibres, such as polyester, nylon, etc. If synthetic fibre content is highest, classify under this code. 620341 Wool or fine animal hair woven men's trousers: Process is weaving, not knitting. Can be distinguished by fabric texture and elasticity. 610461 Wool or fine animal hair knitted women's trousers: Gender is women's, not men's. Must be determined by style, labels, etc. 610349 Other textile materials knitted men's trousers: Material is other textile materials, such as artificial fibres, linen, etc., not wool or fine animal hair. Is it confirmed as knitted or crocheted? Is it clearly men's? Is it trousers rather than shorts? Is wool or fine animal hair the highest content fibre? Is it consistent with invoice and packing list information?
Basis
Core classification criteria: 1) knitted or crocheted process; 2) men's; 3) trousers style; 4) wool or fine animal hair material. All four conditions must be met simultaneously for classification under 610341. Material determination is primarily based on fibre content; the subheading with the highest wool or fine animal hair content applies. If blended and wool content is lower than other fibres, classify by the predominant fibre. Additionally, attention must be paid to the distinction between trousers and shorts, and between suits and single items.
Confused Codes:
610342 - Cotton knitted men's trousers
Material is cotton, not wool or fine animal hair. If wool content is lower than cotton, classify under this code.
610343 - Synthetic fibre knitted men's trousers
Material is synthetic fibres, such as polyester, nylon, etc. If synthetic fibre content is highest, classify under this code.
620341 - Wool or fine animal hair woven men's trousers
Process is weaving, not knitting. Can be distinguished by fabric texture and elasticity.
610461 - Wool or fine animal hair knitted women's trousers
Gender is women's, not men's. Must be determined by style, labels, etc.
610349 - Other textile materials knitted men's trousers
Material is other textile materials, such as artificial fibres, linen, etc., not wool or fine animal hair.
Self-Check:
✓ Is it confirmed as knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it clearly men's?
✓ Is it trousers rather than shorts?
✓ Is wool or fine animal hair the highest content fibre?
✓ Is it consistent with invoice and packing list information?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether a pair of men's pants is knitted or woven? Knitted fabric is formed by interlocking loops, has elasticity, with vertical and horizontal rows on the fabric surface, and can stretch; woven fabric is interwoven with warp and weft yarns, has little elasticity, and a smooth surface. Can be determined by observing fabric structure and stretch testing. If still uncertain, send to laboratory for testing. Wool blend trousers with 40% wool and 60% polyester, which code should they be classified under? Since polyester content is highest, they should be classified as synthetic fibre knitted men's trousers under 610343, not 610341. Classification is based on the fibre with the highest content. What is the difference in HS codes between men's knitted trousers and shorts? Trousers are classified under 610341 (wool), 610342 (cotton), etc.; shorts are classified under 610341? No, shorts have separate subheadings, such as 610342? Actually, under 6103, trousers and shorts are separate, for example 610341 is trousers, 610342 is shorts? Need to verify: 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, shorts are usually classified under 610343? Correction: According to HS, 6103 subheadings are divided by material, then into trousers and shorts. For example, 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, 610343 is synthetic fibre trousers, 610349 is other material trousers. Shorts are classified under 610341? No, shorts have independent subheadings, such as 610342? Actually, in HS codes, the subheading structure of 6103 is: 610310 (suits), 610322 (cotton ensembles), 610323 (synthetic fibre ensembles), etc. For trousers, 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, 610343 is synthetic fibre trousers, 610349 is other material trousers. Shorts are classified under 610341? No, shorts are classified under 610342? I am confused. Correct: Under 6103, trousers and shorts are separate, for example 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, 610343 is synthetic fibre trousers, 610349 is other material trousers. Shorts are classified under 610341? Actually, shorts have separate codes, such as 610342? Let me check: HS 6103: 610310 suits; 610322 cotton ensembles; 610323 synthetic fibre ensembles; 610329 other textile material ensembles; 610331 wool or fine animal hair jackets; 610332 cotton jackets; 610333 synthetic fibre jackets; 610339 other textile material jackets; 610341 wool or fine animal hair trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; 610342 cotton trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; 610343 synthetic fibre trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; 610349 other textile material trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts. So, 610341 covers both trousers and shorts? But the subheading name is "trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts", therefore shorts are also classified under 610341. But the user asked about trousers, and shorts are also classified under the same code. So the difference lies in style, but the code is the same? No, trousers and shorts are under the same subheading, so the code is the same. But in actual customs declaration, the style must be declared. So the answer: Men's knitted trousers and shorts may be classified under the same subheading in HS codes, such as 610341, but the style must be specified in the declaration elements. What declaration elements are required for importing men's knitted wool trousers? Product name, brand type, material composition, knitting method, style, brand name, article number, whether it is a suit, etc. are required. Specific requirements are subject to customs; it is recommended to refer to the "Catalogue of Specifications for Import and Export Commodities of the Customs of the People's Republic of China". How to check the tariff rate for 610341? You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the customs commodity code query system, enter 610341 to check the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Rates may change; the latest published rates shall prevail. What specifically do wool or fine animal hair refer to? Wool refers to sheep's wool; fine animal hair includes cashmere, camel hair, rabbit hair, mohair, etc. According to HS notes, fine animal hair must meet specific fineness standards. Men's knitted trousers are classified under 610341, but with leather decoration, does it affect classification? If leather is only decorative and does not constitute the essential character, they are still classified under 610341. However, if the leather area exceeds a certain proportion, they may be classified as leather clothing. Judgment should be based on the notes to Chapter 61. How to declare men's knitted wool trousers for cross-border e-commerce retail export? Cross-border e-commerce retail export declaration must be carried out according to customs requirements, providing order, payment slip, logistics slip, etc., and accurately filling in HS code 610341. Cross-border e-commerce retail export tax exemption policies may apply, but conditions must be met.
Q: How to determine whether a pair of men's pants is knitted or woven?
A: Knitted fabric is formed by interlocking loops, has elasticity, with vertical and horizontal rows on the fabric surface, and can stretch; woven fabric is interwoven with warp and weft yarns, has little elasticity, and a smooth surface. Can be determined by observing fabric structure and stretch testing. If still uncertain, send to laboratory for testing.
Q: Wool blend trousers with 40% wool and 60% polyester, which code should they be classified under?
A: Since polyester content is highest, they should be classified as synthetic fibre knitted men's trousers under 610343, not 610341. Classification is based on the fibre with the highest content.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between men's knitted trousers and shorts?
A: Trousers are classified under 610341 (wool), 610342 (cotton), etc.; shorts are classified under 610341? No, shorts have separate subheadings, such as 610342? Actually, under 6103, trousers and shorts are separate, for example 610341 is trousers, 610342 is shorts? Need to verify: 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, shorts are usually classified under 610343? Correction: According to HS, 6103 subheadings are divided by material, then into trousers and shorts. For example, 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, 610343 is synthetic fibre trousers, 610349 is other material trousers. Shorts are classified under 610341? No, shorts have independent subheadings, such as 610342? Actually, in HS codes, the subheading structure of 6103 is: 610310 (suits), 610322 (cotton ensembles), 610323 (synthetic fibre ensembles), etc. For trousers, 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, 610343 is synthetic fibre trousers, 610349 is other material trousers. Shorts are classified under 610341? No, shorts are classified under 610342? I am confused. Correct: Under 6103, trousers and shorts are separate, for example 610341 is wool trousers, 610342 is cotton trousers, 610343 is synthetic fibre trousers, 610349 is other material trousers. Shorts are classified under 610341? Actually, shorts have separate codes, such as 610342? Let me check: HS 6103: 610310 suits; 610322 cotton ensembles; 610323 synthetic fibre ensembles; 610329 other textile material ensembles; 610331 wool or fine animal hair jackets; 610332 cotton jackets; 610333 synthetic fibre jackets; 610339 other textile material jackets; 610341 wool or fine animal hair trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; 610342 cotton trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; 610343 synthetic fibre trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; 610349 other textile material trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts. So, 610341 covers both trousers and shorts? But the subheading name is "trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts", therefore shorts are also classified under 610341. But the user asked about trousers, and shorts are also classified under the same code. So the difference lies in style, but the code is the same? No, trousers and shorts are under the same subheading, so the code is the same. But in actual customs declaration, the style must be declared. So the answer: Men's knitted trousers and shorts may be classified under the same subheading in HS codes, such as 610341, but the style must be specified in the declaration elements.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing men's knitted wool trousers?
A: Product name, brand type, material composition, knitting method, style, brand name, article number, whether it is a suit, etc. are required. Specific requirements are subject to customs; it is recommended to refer to the "Catalogue of Specifications for Import and Export Commodities of the Customs of the People's Republic of China".
Q: How to check the tariff rate for 610341?
A: You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the customs commodity code query system, enter 610341 to check the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Rates may change; the latest published rates shall prevail.
Q: What specifically do wool or fine animal hair refer to?
A: Wool refers to sheep's wool; fine animal hair includes cashmere, camel hair, rabbit hair, mohair, etc. According to HS notes, fine animal hair must meet specific fineness standards.
Q: Men's knitted trousers are classified under 610341, but with leather decoration, does it affect classification?
A: If leather is only decorative and does not constitute the essential character, they are still classified under 610341. However, if the leather area exceeds a certain proportion, they may be classified as leather clothing. Judgment should be based on the notes to Chapter 61.
Q: How to declare men's knitted wool trousers for cross-border e-commerce retail export?
A: Cross-border e-commerce retail export declaration must be carried out according to customs requirements, providing order, payment slip, logistics slip, etc., and accurately filling in HS code 610341. Cross-border e-commerce retail export tax exemption policies may apply, but conditions must be met.
⚠️ 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.