Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, T-shirts, sweaters, etc. Goods of this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not weaving. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and are widely used in underwear, sportswear, etc. This chapter is complementary to Chapter 62 (non-knitted apparel), and the method of fabric construction must first be determined when classifying. Heading 6107 covers men's or boys' knitted or crocheted underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. It includes men's underwear of various fiber materials (cotton, man-made fibers, wool, etc.). Under this heading, goods are further subdivided by fiber type and specific style, such as 6107.1 for cotton, 6107.2 for man-made fibers, and 6107.9 for other textile materials. Code 610712 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 "12" represent subheading 6107.12, specifically men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers. The 5th digit "1" indicates man-made fibers, and the 6th digit "2" indicates underpants (briefs, etc.). Therefore, this code precisely refers to men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers. The goods are men's underpants, knitted, of man-made fibers, and all three conditions are met for 610712. If made of cotton, they would be classified under 610711; if woven, under 6207; if women's, under 6108. Therefore, the three elements of fiber type, method of fabric construction, and gender/style must all be satisfied simultaneously to accurately classify under this code.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, T-shirts, sweaters, etc. Goods of this chapter must be made by knitting or crocheting, not weaving. Knitted fabrics have characteristics such as elasticity and breathability, and are widely used in underwear, sportswear, etc. This chapter is complementary to Chapter 62 (non-knitted apparel), and the method of fabric construction must first be determined when classifying.
Heading
Heading 6107 covers men's or boys' knitted or crocheted underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. It includes men's underwear of various fiber materials (cotton, man-made fibers, wool, etc.). Under this heading, goods are further subdivided by fiber type and specific style, such as 6107.1 for cotton, 6107.2 for man-made fibers, and 6107.9 for other textile materials.
Digit Breakdown
Code 610712 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 "12" represent subheading 6107.12, specifically men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers. The 5th digit "1" indicates man-made fibers, and the 6th digit "2" indicates underpants (briefs, etc.). Therefore, this code precisely refers to men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers.
Classification Basis
The goods are men's underpants, knitted, of man-made fibers, and all three conditions are met for 610712. If made of cotton, they would be classified under 610711; if woven, under 6207; if women's, under 6108. Therefore, the three elements of fiber type, method of fabric construction, and gender/style must all be satisfied simultaneously to accurately classify under this code.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific style should be declared, such as "men's knitted underpants," "men's briefs," etc., avoiding the generic term "underpants." Brand Type: Fill in the brand name (if no brand, write "unbranded"), and the brand type (such as foreign brand, domestic brand, etc.). Export Preference Status: Fill in according to the actual trade situation, such as "export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country." Composition Content: The specific type and percentage of man-made fiber must be indicated, such as "95% polyester, 5% spandex." Weaving Method: Clearly state "knitted," which can be further subdivided into "weft knitted" or "warp knitted." Style: Such as "briefs," "boxer shorts," etc., must correspond to the type of underpants. Brand: Fill in the actual brand name; if no brand, write "unbranded." Product Name: Men's knitted underpants (briefs); Brand Type: Foreign brand; Export Preference Status: No preference; Composition Content: 92% polyester, 8% spandex; Weaving Method: Knitted (weft knitted); Style: Briefs; Brand: Jockey. Incorrectly declaring man-made fiber as cotton, resulting in subheading errors. Ignoring the difference between "knitted" and "woven," incorrectly classifying under 6207. Failing to distinguish between men's and women's; women's underpants should be classified under 6108. Composition content not specified to the type of man-made fiber, such as writing only "man-made fiber," which is non-compliant.
Product Name
The specific style should be declared, such as "men's knitted underpants," "men's briefs," etc., avoiding the generic term "underpants."
⚠️ Writing only "underpants" without specifying men's or knitted.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand name (if no brand, write "unbranded"), and the brand type (such as foreign brand, domestic brand, 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 do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country."
⚠️ Incorrectly selecting the preference type leading to incorrect tariff treatment.
Composition Content
The specific type and percentage of man-made fiber must be indicated, such as "95% polyester, 5% spandex."
⚠️ Writing only "man-made fiber" without specifying the specific type and proportion.
Weaving Method
Clearly state "knitted," which can be further subdivided into "weft knitted" or "warp knitted."
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in "woven" leading to classification errors.
Style
Such as "briefs," "boxer shorts," etc., must correspond to the type of underpants.
⚠️ Style description inconsistent with the code, such as declaring boxer shorts as briefs.
Brand
Fill in the actual brand name; if no brand, write "unbranded."
⚠️ Brand name misspelled or inconsistent with the trademark.
Incorrectly declaring man-made fiber as cotton, resulting in subheading errors.
Ignoring the difference between "knitted" and "woven," incorrectly classifying under 6207.
Failing to distinguish between men's and women's; women's underpants should be classified under 6108.
Composition content not specified to the type of man-made fiber, such as writing only "man-made fiber," which is non-compliant.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1. The method of fabric construction must be knitted or crocheted; 2. Gender is men's; 3. Style is underpants (including briefs, boxer shorts, etc.); 4. Fiber type is man-made fibers (such as polyester, nylon, acrylic, etc.). Reference should also be made to the Import and Export Tariff and the Explanatory Notes regarding the definition of "underpants," excluding similar but different goods such as swim trunks and thermal pants. 610711 Men's knitted underpants of cotton: Different fiber type; cotton is classified under 610711, man-made fibers under 610712. 610719 Men's knitted underpants of other textile materials: Applicable to textile materials other than cotton and man-made fibers, such as silk, wool, etc. 610821 Women's knitted underpants of cotton: Different gender; women's underpants are classified under 6108, men's under 6107. 620712 Men's woven underpants of man-made fibers: Different method of fabric construction; woven is classified under 6207, knitted under 6107. 61071200 Men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers (10-digit code): The 10-digit code is a further subdivision based on the 6-digit code, possibly involving specific varieties, but the core classification is consistent. Is it knitted or crocheted? Is it men's? Is it an underpants style? Is the fiber man-made? Are swim trunks, thermal pants, etc. excluded?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1. The method of fabric construction must be knitted or crocheted; 2. Gender is men's; 3. Style is underpants (including briefs, boxer shorts, etc.); 4. Fiber type is man-made fibers (such as polyester, nylon, acrylic, etc.). Reference should also be made to the Import and Export Tariff and the Explanatory Notes regarding the definition of "underpants," excluding similar but different goods such as swim trunks and thermal pants.
Confused Codes：
610711 - Men's knitted underpants of cotton
Different fiber type; cotton is classified under 610711, man-made fibers under 610712.
610719 - Men's knitted underpants of other textile materials
Applicable to textile materials other than cotton and man-made fibers, such as silk, wool, etc.
610821 - Women's knitted underpants of cotton
Different gender; women's underpants are classified under 6108, men's under 6107.
620712 - Men's woven underpants of man-made fibers
Different method of fabric construction; woven is classified under 6207, knitted under 6107.
61071200 - Men's knitted underpants of man-made fibers (10-digit code)
The 10-digit code is a further subdivision based on the 6-digit code, possibly involving specific varieties, but the core classification is consistent.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it men's?
✓ Is it an underpants style?
✓ Is the fiber man-made?
✓ Are swim trunks, thermal pants, etc. excluded?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether underpants are knitted or woven? Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabrics have loops, good elasticity, and usually have horizontal or vertical grain lines; woven fabrics are interlaced with warp and weft yarns, have no or little elasticity, and a tight structure. You can also check the wash label or ask the supplier. How to classify men's underpants of man-made fibers but containing cotton? According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Tariff, if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is generally classified as man-made fibers; if the cotton content exceeds 50%, it is classified as cotton. The composition content must be accurately declared. Are boys' underpants classified under 610712? Boys' underpants, if sized for children, are generally classified under 6107, but note that the tariff definition of "men's" includes boys. Specific reference can be made to customs classification decisions. Do underpants with a packaging box affect classification? Packaging generally does not affect classification unless the packaging constitutes the essential character of the goods. The classification of underpants depends on their own characteristics. How to check the tariff rate for 610712? You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the Import and Export Tariff. The rate may vary due to trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors. It is recommended to refer to the latest tariff. Can I write "man-made fiber" for composition content when declaring? No, it must be specified to the type of man-made fiber, such as polyester, nylon, etc., with percentages indicated. This is a key point in customs document review. How to distinguish 610712 from 610719? 610712 specifically refers to man-made fibers, while 610719 refers to other textile materials (such as wool, silk, etc.). If man-made fibers are blended with other materials, classify according to the predominant component. What are the precautions for cross-border e-commerce retail export using this code? Ensure that the declared information is consistent with the actual goods, especially brand, composition, and style. Under-declaring prices or incorrect classification may result in customs penalties.
Q: How to determine whether underpants are knitted or woven?
A: Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabrics have loops, good elasticity, and usually have horizontal or vertical grain lines; woven fabrics are interlaced with warp and weft yarns, have no or little elasticity, and a tight structure. You can also check the wash label or ask the supplier.
Q: How to classify men's underpants of man-made fibers but containing cotton?
A: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Tariff, if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is generally classified as man-made fibers; if the cotton content exceeds 50%, it is classified as cotton. The composition content must be accurately declared.
Q: Are boys' underpants classified under 610712?
A: Boys' underpants, if sized for children, are generally classified under 6107, but note that the tariff definition of "men's" includes boys. Specific reference can be made to customs classification decisions.
Q: Do underpants with a packaging box affect classification?
A: Packaging generally does not affect classification unless the packaging constitutes the essential character of the goods. The classification of underpants depends on their own characteristics.
Q: How to check the tariff rate for 610712?
A: You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the Import and Export Tariff. The rate may vary due to trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors. It is recommended to refer to the latest tariff.
Q: Can I write "man-made fiber" for composition content when declaring?
A: No, it must be specified to the type of man-made fiber, such as polyester, nylon, etc., with percentages indicated. This is a key point in customs document review.
Q: How to distinguish 610712 from 610719?
A: 610712 specifically refers to man-made fibers, while 610719 refers to other textile materials (such as wool, silk, etc.). If man-made fibers are blended with other materials, classify according to the predominant component.
Q: What are the precautions for cross-border e-commerce retail export using this code?
A: Ensure that the declared information is consistent with the actual goods, especially brand, composition, and style. Under-declaring prices or incorrect classification may result in customs penalties.
⚠️ 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.