Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including various outerwear, underwear, nightwear, sportswear, 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, T-shirts, sweaters, etc. This chapter is complementary to Chapter 62 (non-knitted apparel), and when classifying, the method of manufacture must first be determined. Heading 6108 includes knitted or crocheted women's underpants, petticoats, nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. These goods are worn directly against the body and are usually made of light, soft fabrics. The subheadings under this heading are divided by fiber composition (cotton, man-made fibers, other textile materials). The man-made fiber subheadings are 6108.11 to 6108.19, of which 6108.11 specifically refers to women's underpants. Code 610811 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); the 3rd-4th digits "08" represent heading 6108 (knitted or crocheted women's underpants, petticoats, nightdresses, bathrobes, etc.); the 5th-6th digits "11" represent subheading 610811, specifically knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers. The 5th digit "1" indicates man-made fibers, and the 6th digit "1" further specifies underpants. When classifying, the chapter and heading must first be determined, and then the subheading must be determined based on material and specific product type. This product is knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers, which falls within the scope of Chapter 61 knitted apparel and belongs to women's underwear, so it is classified under heading 6108. Under the heading, based on the man-made fiber material, it is classified under subheading 610811, rather than cotton (610821) or other textile materials (610829). At the same time, attention must be paid to distinguishing it from 6107 (men's underpants) to avoid gender misclassification.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including various outerwear, underwear, nightwear, sportswear, 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, T-shirts, sweaters, etc. This chapter is complementary to Chapter 62 (non-knitted apparel), and when classifying, the method of manufacture must first be determined.
Heading
Heading 6108 includes knitted or crocheted women's underpants, petticoats, nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. These goods are worn directly against the body and are usually made of light, soft fabrics. The subheadings under this heading are divided by fiber composition (cotton, man-made fibers, other textile materials). The man-made fiber subheadings are 6108.11 to 6108.19, of which 6108.11 specifically refers to women's underpants.
Digit Breakdown
Code 610811 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits "61" represent Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); the 3rd-4th digits "08" represent heading 6108 (knitted or crocheted women's underpants, petticoats, nightdresses, bathrobes, etc.); the 5th-6th digits "11" represent subheading 610811, specifically knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers. The 5th digit "1" indicates man-made fibers, and the 6th digit "1" further specifies underpants. When classifying, the chapter and heading must first be determined, and then the subheading must be determined based on material and specific product type.
Classification Basis
This product is knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers, which falls within the scope of Chapter 61 knitted apparel and belongs to women's underwear, so it is classified under heading 6108. Under the heading, based on the man-made fiber material, it is classified under subheading 610811, rather than cotton (610821) or other textile materials (610829). At the same time, attention must be paid to distinguishing it from 6107 (men's underpants) to avoid gender misclassification.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The Chinese and foreign-language name of the declared goods, which should accurately describe the product attributes, such as "knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers." Brand type: Fill in the brand name or identifier; if there is no brand, fill in "none." Export preferential treatment 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: List each fiber component by weight percentage, such as "polyester 95%, spandex 5%." Weaving method: Indicate "knitted" or "crocheted" to distinguish from woven. Style: Describe the specific style, such as "briefs," "boxer shorts," etc. Brand: Fill in the actual brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "none." Product name: knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers; Brand type: none; Export preferential treatment status: not enjoying; Composition content: polyester 92%, spandex 8%; Weaving method: knitted; Style: briefs; Brand: none. Misreporting man-made fibers as cotton, resulting in an incorrect subheading. Ignoring the "knitted" weaving method and incorrectly classifying under Chapter 62. Failing to distinguish gender and classifying women's underpants under the men's underpants heading 6107.
Product name
The Chinese and foreign-language name of the declared goods, which should accurately describe the product attributes, such as "knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers."
⚠️ Writing only "underpants" without indicating material and knitting, resulting in classification errors.
Brand type
Fill in the brand name or identifier; if there is no brand, fill in "none."
⚠️ Confusing brand type with brand name, or omitting it.
Export preferential treatment status
Fill in according to the actual trade situation, such as "export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country."
⚠️ Incorrectly checking the preference type, affecting tariff treatment.
Composition content
List each fiber component by weight percentage, such as "polyester 95%, spandex 5%."
⚠️ Writing only "man-made fiber" without specifying the specific type and proportion.
Weaving method
Indicate "knitted" or "crocheted" to distinguish from woven.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in "woven," resulting in classification under Chapter 62.
Style
Describe the specific style, such as "briefs," "boxer shorts," etc.
⚠️ Unclear style description, making it impossible to determine whether it belongs to underpants.
Brand
Fill in the actual brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "none."
⚠️ Confusing it with brand type, or filling it in incompletely.
Misreporting man-made fibers as cotton, resulting in an incorrect subheading.
Ignoring the "knitted" weaving method and incorrectly classifying under Chapter 62.
Failing to distinguish gender and classifying women's underpants under the men's underpants heading 6107.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are knitted or crocheted; 2. They are women's underpants; 3. The material is man-made fibers. If all three are satisfied simultaneously, classify under 610811. If woven, classify under Chapter 62; if cotton, classify under 610821; if other textile materials, classify under 610829. 610821 Knitted women's underpants of cotton: The material is cotton, whereas 610811 is man-made fibers. 610829 Knitted women's underpants of other textile materials: The material is neither cotton nor man-made fibers, such as silk, linen, etc. 610711 Knitted men's underpants of cotton: The gender is men's, and the material is cotton. 610712 Knitted men's underpants of man-made fibers: The gender is men's, whereas 610811 is women's. Is it indeed knitted or crocheted? Does it belong to women's underpants? Is the fiber composition man-made fibers? Is it confused with men's underpants? Is it confused with cotton or other materials?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are knitted or crocheted; 2. They are women's underpants; 3. The material is man-made fibers. If all three are satisfied simultaneously, classify under 610811. If woven, classify under Chapter 62; if cotton, classify under 610821; if other textile materials, classify under 610829.
Confused Codes：
610821 - Knitted women's underpants of cotton
The material is cotton, whereas 610811 is man-made fibers.
610829 - Knitted women's underpants of other textile materials
The material is neither cotton nor man-made fibers, such as silk, linen, etc.
610711 - Knitted men's underpants of cotton
The gender is men's, and the material is cotton.
610712 - Knitted men's underpants of man-made fibers
The gender is men's, whereas 610811 is women's.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it indeed knitted or crocheted?
✓ Does it belong to women's underpants?
✓ Is the fiber composition man-made fibers?
✓ Is it confused with men's underpants?
✓ Is it confused with cotton or other materials?
❓ FAQ
How can I check the tariff rate for HS code 610811? It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or professional databases. Tariff rates may change due to country, trade agreements, etc., and the latest official data should be used as the basis. What is the difference in classification between knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers and cotton? The main difference lies in the material: man-made fibers are classified under 610811, and cotton is classified under 610821. When classifying, the fiber composition must be accurately declared; otherwise, it may lead to classification errors and tariff differences. If the underpants contain multiple fibers, how is classification determined? According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, classification should be based on the fiber component with the greatest weight. For example, if polyester is 60% and cotton is 40%, classify as man-made fibers under 610811. What is the difference in HS codes between knitted women's underpants and woven women's underpants? Knitted is classified under Chapter 61 (610811), and woven is classified under Chapter 62 (621210). The weaving method is the key distinguishing point. How should the brand type be filled in during declaration? Brand type refers to the ownership status of the brand, such as "no brand," "domestic independent brand," "foreign brand," etc. For brand, fill in the specific name. Are HS codes the same when exporting to different countries? The first 6 digits of the HS code are basically consistent internationally, but countries may have subdivided differences in the latter digits. When exporting, the destination country's customs code must be confirmed. What are the declaration elements for knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers? They mainly include product name, brand type, export preferential treatment status, composition content, weaving method, style, brand, etc. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements. If the underpants have lace trim, does it affect classification? Generally it does not affect classification, and they are still classified according to the main material and weaving method. However, if the lace is made of special materials and accounts for a large proportion, it may need to be considered.
Q: How can I check the tariff rate for HS code 610811?
A: It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or professional databases. Tariff rates may change due to country, trade agreements, etc., and the latest official data should be used as the basis.
Q: What is the difference in classification between knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers and cotton?
A: The main difference lies in the material: man-made fibers are classified under 610811, and cotton is classified under 610821. When classifying, the fiber composition must be accurately declared; otherwise, it may lead to classification errors and tariff differences.
Q: If the underpants contain multiple fibers, how is classification determined?
A: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, classification should be based on the fiber component with the greatest weight. For example, if polyester is 60% and cotton is 40%, classify as man-made fibers under 610811.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between knitted women's underpants and woven women's underpants?
A: Knitted is classified under Chapter 61 (610811), and woven is classified under Chapter 62 (621210). The weaving method is the key distinguishing point.
Q: How should the brand type be filled in during declaration?
A: Brand type refers to the ownership status of the brand, such as "no brand," "domestic independent brand," "foreign brand," etc. For brand, fill in the specific name.
Q: Are HS codes the same when exporting to different countries?
A: The first 6 digits of the HS code are basically consistent internationally, but countries may have subdivided differences in the latter digits. When exporting, the destination country's customs code must be confirmed.
Q: What are the declaration elements for knitted women's underpants of man-made fibers?
A: They mainly include product name, brand type, export preferential treatment status, composition content, weaving method, style, brand, etc. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements.
Q: If the underpants have lace trim, does it affect classification?
A: Generally it does not affect classification, and they are still classified according to the main material and weaving method. However, if the lace is made of special materials and accounts for a large proportion, it may need to be considered.
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