Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including various outerwear, underwear, sleepwear, sportswear, etc. Goods of this chapter are characterized by knitting or crocheting, distinguishing them from non-knitted apparel of Chapter 62. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and are widely used for close-fitting garments. This chapter is further subdivided by gender, age, style, etc., and is an important classification chapter in apparel trade. Heading 6107 covers men's or boys' knitted or crocheted underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. It includes various types of men's underwear, such as underpants, pajamas, bathrobes, etc. This heading is subdivided according to style and use, but excludes T-shirts, vests and other garments classified under other headings. It mainly targets knitted garments for men's close-fitting wear or home wear. Code 610711 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); digits 3-4 "07" represent heading 6107 (men's underpants, pajamas, bathrobes, etc.); digits 5-6 "11" represent subheading 610711, specifically cotton knitted men's underpants. Among them, the 5th digit "1" indicates cotton, and the 6th digit "1" indicates underpants (briefs, etc.). Therefore, this code precisely points to cotton knitted men's underpants. The goods are cotton knitted men's underpants, which conform to the description of heading 6107, and the material is cotton, so they are classified under subheading 610711. If made of man-made fibers, they would be classified under 610712; if made of other textile materials, under 610719. If they were women's underpants, they would be classified under 6108; if not knitted, under 6207. Therefore, based on material and style, they are correctly classified under 610711.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including various outerwear, underwear, sleepwear, sportswear, etc. Goods of this chapter are characterized by knitting or crocheting, distinguishing them from non-knitted apparel of Chapter 62. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and are widely used for close-fitting garments. This chapter is further subdivided by gender, age, style, etc., and is an important classification chapter in apparel trade.
Heading
Heading 6107 covers men's or boys' knitted or crocheted underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. It includes various types of men's underwear, such as underpants, pajamas, bathrobes, etc. This heading is subdivided according to style and use, but excludes T-shirts, vests and other garments classified under other headings. It mainly targets knitted garments for men's close-fitting wear or home wear.
Digit Breakdown
Code 610711 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); digits 3-4 "07" represent heading 6107 (men's underpants, pajamas, bathrobes, etc.); digits 5-6 "11" represent subheading 610711, specifically cotton knitted men's underpants. Among them, the 5th digit "1" indicates cotton, and the 6th digit "1" indicates underpants (briefs, etc.). Therefore, this code precisely points to cotton knitted men's underpants.
Classification Basis
The goods are cotton knitted men's underpants, which conform to the description of heading 6107, and the material is cotton, so they are classified under subheading 610711. If made of man-made fibers, they would be classified under 610712; if made of other textile materials, under 610719. If they were women's underpants, they would be classified under 6108; if not knitted, under 6207. Therefore, based on material and style, they are correctly classified under 610711.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods should be accurately described as "cotton knitted men's underpants" or "men's cotton knitted briefs", avoiding colloquial names. Brand: Fill in the brand name of the goods; if there is no brand, declare as "no brand". The brand must be consistent with the actual product to avoid infringement. Composition Content: Declare the fabric composition by percentage, such as "100% cotton" or "95% cotton 5% spandex", and it must be consistent with the test report. Weaving Method: Declare as "knitted" or "crocheted", usually knitted. It must be consistent with the production process. Style: Specifically describe the style, such as "briefs", "boxer shorts", etc., and it must conform to the definition of underpants. Gender: Declare as "men's", and it must be consistent with the design and labels. Item Number: Fill in the item number of the manufacturer or exporter for easy identification. Product Name: Cotton Knitted Men's Underpants; Brand: ABC; Composition Content: 100% Cotton; Weaving Method: Knitted; Style: Briefs; Gender: Men's; Item Number: 12345. Mistakenly declaring synthetic blended underpants as pure cotton, leading to incorrect coding. Ignoring the difference between "knitted" and "woven", incorrectly classifying under Chapter 62. Mistakenly declaring boys' underpants as men's underpants, ignoring size and age division.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods should be accurately described as "cotton knitted men's underpants" or "men's cotton knitted briefs", avoiding colloquial names.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "men's underpants" without indicating knitted and cotton, or mistakenly declaring as "shorts".
Brand
Fill in the brand name of the goods; if there is no brand, declare as "no brand". The brand must be consistent with the actual product to avoid infringement.
⚠️ Using the brand type (such as "luxury brand") as the brand name, or omitting the brand.
Composition Content
Declare the fabric composition by percentage, such as "100% cotton" or "95% cotton 5% spandex", and it must be consistent with the test report.
⚠️ Only declaring "cotton" without specifying the percentage, or confusing fabric and lining composition.
Weaving Method
Declare as "knitted" or "crocheted", usually knitted. It must be consistent with the production process.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring as "woven", leading to incorrect classification under Chapter 62.
Style
Specifically describe the style, such as "briefs", "boxer shorts", etc., and it must conform to the definition of underpants.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring boxer shorts as shorts, or failing to distinguish between briefs and boxer shorts.
Gender
Declare as "men's", and it must be consistent with the design and labels.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring unisex styles as men's, or mistakenly declaring women's as men's.
Item Number
Fill in the item number of the manufacturer or exporter for easy identification.
⚠️ The item number does not match the actual product, or is omitted.
Mistakenly declaring synthetic blended underpants as pure cotton, leading to incorrect coding.
Ignoring the difference between "knitted" and "woven", incorrectly classifying under Chapter 62.
Mistakenly declaring boys' underpants as men's underpants, ignoring size and age division.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are knitted or crocheted; 2. They are men's underpants; 3. The material is cotton. According to the notes to Chapter 61 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff, knitted men's underpants are classified under 6107, and cotton ones under 610711. It needs to be determined comprehensively based on material, weaving method, and style. 610712 Men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers: The material is man-made fibers, not cotton. If the man-made fiber content exceeds cotton, it is classified under this code. 610719 Men's knitted underpants of other textile materials: The material is textile materials other than cotton and man-made fibers, such as silk, linen, etc. 610821 Women's knitted cotton underpants: The gender is women's, not men's. 620711 Men's woven cotton underpants: The weaving method is woven, not knitted. Is it confirmed to be knitted or crocheted? Is it confirmed to be men's underpants? Is the cotton content the highest? Is it underpants rather than pajamas? Is it consistent with the declared brand and composition?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are knitted or crocheted; 2. They are men's underpants; 3. The material is cotton. According to the notes to Chapter 61 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff, knitted men's underpants are classified under 6107, and cotton ones under 610711. It needs to be determined comprehensively based on material, weaving method, and style.
Confused Codes：
610712 - Men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers
The material is man-made fibers, not cotton. If the man-made fiber content exceeds cotton, it is classified under this code.
610719 - Men's knitted underpants of other textile materials
The material is textile materials other than cotton and man-made fibers, such as silk, linen, etc.
610821 - Women's knitted cotton underpants
The gender is women's, not men's.
620711 - Men's woven cotton underpants
The weaving method is woven, not knitted.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it confirmed to be knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it confirmed to be men's underpants?
✓ Is the cotton content the highest?
✓ Is it underpants rather than pajamas?
✓ Is it consistent with the declared brand and composition?
❓ FAQ
How to query the tax rate for HS code 610711? It can be queried through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tax rates may vary by country and trade agreement; it is recommended to refer to the latest tariff. Are cotton knitted men's underpants and cotton knitted men's boxer shorts classified under the same code? Yes, boxer shorts also fall within the scope of underpants. As long as they meet the conditions of knitted, cotton, and men's, they are classified under 610711. If the underpants contain 5% spandex, can they still be classified under 610711? Yes, as long as cotton is the highest content (such as 95% cotton 5% spandex), they are still classified as cotton. If the man-made fiber content exceeds cotton, they are classified under 610712. How to fill in the composition content when declaring? The fabric composition must be filled in by percentage, such as "95% cotton, 5% spandex", and ensure it is consistent with the test report. Which code are boys' underpants classified under? Boys' underpants are usually classified under 610711, but if the size is for infants (such as height not exceeding 86cm), they may be classified under 6111. It needs to be determined based on the specific size. How to distinguish knitted men's underpants from knitted men's pajamas? Underpants are close-fitting shorts, while pajamas are long pants or sets used for sleeping. 6107 includes underpants and pajamas, but the subheadings are different: underpants are 610711, pajamas are 610721, etc. For export to the EU, is the HS code the same? The first 6 digits of the EU HS code are the same as those of China, both being 610711, but the subsequent 8 or 10 digits may differ, and the EU TARIC needs to be queried. What are the consequences of incorrect classification? It may lead to tariff differences, customs penalties, cargo detention, etc. It is recommended to declare truthfully and apply for advance classification if necessary.
Q: How to query the tax rate for HS code 610711?
A: It can be queried through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tax rates may vary by country and trade agreement; it is recommended to refer to the latest tariff.
Q: Are cotton knitted men's underpants and cotton knitted men's boxer shorts classified under the same code?
A: Yes, boxer shorts also fall within the scope of underpants. As long as they meet the conditions of knitted, cotton, and men's, they are classified under 610711.
Q: If the underpants contain 5% spandex, can they still be classified under 610711?
A: Yes, as long as cotton is the highest content (such as 95% cotton 5% spandex), they are still classified as cotton. If the man-made fiber content exceeds cotton, they are classified under 610712.
Q: How to fill in the composition content when declaring?
A: The fabric composition must be filled in by percentage, such as "95% cotton, 5% spandex", and ensure it is consistent with the test report.
Q: Which code are boys' underpants classified under?
A: Boys' underpants are usually classified under 610711, but if the size is for infants (such as height not exceeding 86cm), they may be classified under 6111. It needs to be determined based on the specific size.
Q: How to distinguish knitted men's underpants from knitted men's pajamas?
A: Underpants are close-fitting shorts, while pajamas are long pants or sets used for sleeping. 6107 includes underpants and pajamas, but the subheadings are different: underpants are 610711, pajamas are 610721, etc.
Q: For export to the EU, is the HS code the same?
A: The first 6 digits of the EU HS code are the same as those of China, both being 610711, but the subsequent 8 or 10 digits may differ, and the EU TARIC needs to be queried.
Q: What are the consequences of incorrect classification?
A: It may lead to tariff differences, customs penalties, cargo detention, etc. It is recommended to declare truthfully and apply for advance classification if necessary.
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