Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, 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, sportswear, etc. This chapter also distinguishes different materials (cotton, man-made fibers, wool, etc.) and different styles (men's, women's, infants' clothing). Heading 6108 covers women's or girls' nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, knitted or crocheted. Specifically, it covers nightdresses, pajamas, pajama sets, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. These garments are mainly used for sleeping or home leisure, and are different from daily outerwear. Goods under this heading are usually made of cotton, man-made fibers, silk, etc., but are further subdivided according to material. Code 610832 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '61' indicate Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); digits 3-4 '08' indicate heading 6108 (women's or girls' nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, knitted or crocheted); digits 5-6 '32' indicate subheading 610832, specifically women's or girls' nightdresses of man-made fibers, knitted or crocheted. Among them, the 5th digit '3' represents man-made fibers, and the 6th digit '2' further distinguishes the type of nightwear (such as nightdresses, pajama sets, etc.). The overall code points to women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers. The goods are women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers, which fall within the scope of Chapter 61 knitted apparel and belong to the category of women's nightwear, so they are classified under heading 6108. At the subheading level, according to the material being man-made fibers, they are classified under 610832, rather than cotton (610831) or other textile materials (610839). At the same time, attention should be paid to the distinction from other subheadings of 6108 such as women's bathrobes and dressing gowns, but if they are pajama sets, they are still classified under this heading.
Chapter
Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories, including knitted outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, 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, sportswear, etc. This chapter also distinguishes different materials (cotton, man-made fibers, wool, etc.) and different styles (men's, women's, infants' clothing).
Heading
Heading 6108 covers women's or girls' nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, knitted or crocheted. Specifically, it covers nightdresses, pajamas, pajama sets, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. These garments are mainly used for sleeping or home leisure, and are different from daily outerwear. Goods under this heading are usually made of cotton, man-made fibers, silk, etc., but are further subdivided according to material.
Digit Breakdown
Code 610832 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '61' indicate Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted apparel and clothing accessories); digits 3-4 '08' indicate heading 6108 (women's or girls' nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, knitted or crocheted); digits 5-6 '32' indicate subheading 610832, specifically women's or girls' nightdresses of man-made fibers, knitted or crocheted. Among them, the 5th digit '3' represents man-made fibers, and the 6th digit '2' further distinguishes the type of nightwear (such as nightdresses, pajama sets, etc.). The overall code points to women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers.
Classification Basis
The goods are women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers, which fall within the scope of Chapter 61 knitted apparel and belong to the category of women's nightwear, so they are classified under heading 6108. At the subheading level, according to the material being man-made fibers, they are classified under 610832, rather than cotton (610831) or other textile materials (610839). At the same time, attention should be paid to the distinction from other subheadings of 6108 such as women's bathrobes and dressing gowns, but if they are pajama sets, they are still classified under this heading.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: Accurately fill in the product name, such as 'women's knitted pajama set of man-made fibers' or 'women's knitted nightdress of man-made fibers', avoiding the generic term 'clothing'. Material: Indicate the specific type and content of man-made fibers, such as '100% polyester' or '95% polyester 5% spandex', which must be consistent with the test report. Weaving method: Clearly state 'knitted' or 'crocheted', and do not write 'woven' or 'woven fabric'. Brand: Fill in the brand name (if no brand, write 'none'), which must be consistent with the hangtag and packaging. Style: Describe the specific style, such as 'two-piece set', 'one-piece nightdress', 'long-sleeve long-pants set', etc. Gender: Clearly state 'women's', and do not write 'unisex' or 'for both men and women'. Item number: Fill in the item number of the manufacturer or exporter for easy identification. Product name: women's knitted pajama set of man-made fibers; Material: 100% polyester; Weaving method: knitted; Brand: XX; Style: two-piece long-sleeve long-pants set; Gender: women's; Item number: PAJ-2024-01. Mistakenly declaring man-made fibers as cotton, resulting in an incorrect subheading. Mistakenly declaring knitted as woven, which should be classified under Chapter 62. Confusing pajamas with bathrobes, but bathrobes are usually classified under other subheadings of 6108.
Product name
Accurately fill in the product name, such as 'women's knitted pajama set of man-made fibers' or 'women's knitted nightdress of man-made fibers', avoiding the generic term 'clothing'.
⚠️ Only writing 'pajamas' or 'women's pajamas', without specifying the material and knitting process.
Material
Indicate the specific type and content of man-made fibers, such as '100% polyester' or '95% polyester 5% spandex', which must be consistent with the test report.
⚠️ Only writing 'man-made fibers' or 'synthetic fibers', without providing the specific composition ratio.
Weaving method
Clearly state 'knitted' or 'crocheted', and do not write 'woven' or 'woven fabric'.
⚠️ Mistakenly writing 'woven', leading to classification errors.
Brand
Fill in the brand name (if no brand, write 'none'), which must be consistent with the hangtag and packaging.
⚠️ The declared brand does not match the actual goods, or the brand is omitted.
Style
Describe the specific style, such as 'two-piece set', 'one-piece nightdress', 'long-sleeve long-pants set', etc.
⚠️ Only writing 'pajamas', without distinguishing between a set or a single piece.
Gender
Clearly state 'women's', and do not write 'unisex' or 'for both men and women'.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring as men's or failing to indicate gender.
Item number
Fill in the item number of the manufacturer or exporter for easy identification.
⚠️ The item number does not match the actual goods or is missing.
Mistakenly declaring man-made fibers as cotton, resulting in an incorrect subheading.
Mistakenly declaring knitted as woven, which should be classified under Chapter 62.
Confusing pajamas with bathrobes, but bathrobes are usually classified under other subheadings of 6108.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are knitted or crocheted; 2. They belong to women's nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; 3. The material is man-made fibers. According to the notes to Chapter 61 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff, women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers should be classified under 610832. If the material is cotton, they are classified under 610831, and other textile materials under 610839. If they are men's, they are classified under 6107. 610831 Women's knitted nightdresses of cotton: The material is cotton, while 610832 is of man-made fibers. When classifying, it is necessary to judge based on the composition content; if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is usually classified as man-made fibers. 610839 Women's knitted nightdresses of other textile materials: Applicable to silk, wool and other non-cotton, non-man-made fiber materials; man-made fibers are not classified under this code. 610892 Women's knitted bathrobes and dressing gowns of man-made fibers: Bathrobes and dressing gowns are similar to pajamas but have different uses. If they are pajamas, they are classified under 610832; bathrobes under 610892. 610722 Men's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers: Different gender; men's are classified under 6107, women's under 6108. Is it indeed knitted or crocheted? Is it clearly women's? Is the material man-made fibers? Is it pajamas rather than a bathrobe? Are the declaration elements such as brand and style complete?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. The goods are knitted or crocheted; 2. They belong to women's nightdresses, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; 3. The material is man-made fibers. According to the notes to Chapter 61 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff, women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers should be classified under 610832. If the material is cotton, they are classified under 610831, and other textile materials under 610839. If they are men's, they are classified under 6107.
Confused Codes：
610831 - Women's knitted nightdresses of cotton
The material is cotton, while 610832 is of man-made fibers. When classifying, it is necessary to judge based on the composition content; if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is usually classified as man-made fibers.
610839 - Women's knitted nightdresses of other textile materials
Applicable to silk, wool and other non-cotton, non-man-made fiber materials; man-made fibers are not classified under this code.
610892 - Women's knitted bathrobes and dressing gowns of man-made fibers
Bathrobes and dressing gowns are similar to pajamas but have different uses. If they are pajamas, they are classified under 610832; bathrobes under 610892.
610722 - Men's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers
Different gender; men's are classified under 6107, women's under 6108.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it indeed knitted or crocheted?
✓ Is it clearly women's?
✓ Is the material man-made fibers?
✓ Is it pajamas rather than a bathrobe?
✓ Are the declaration elements such as brand and style complete?
❓ FAQ
How can one determine whether pajamas are knitted or woven? Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabrics have loops, good elasticity, and edges that tend to curl; woven fabrics are interlaced warp and weft, with no elasticity. You can also check the care label or ask the manufacturer, and if necessary, send for testing. What is the difference in HS codes between women's pajamas of man-made fibers and women's pajamas of cotton? Man-made fibers are classified under 610832, and cotton under 610831. The main basis is the material composition; if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is classified as man-made fibers. Are the codes for pajama sets and nightdresses the same? Yes, as long as the material, gender, and weaving method are the same, they are all classified under 610832. However, if they are bathrobes or dressing gowns, they are classified under 610892. Must the brand be provided at declaration? Yes, the brand is one of the declaration elements. If there is no brand, it must be declared as 'none'. The brand information must be consistent with the actual goods, otherwise it may be questioned by customs. If the pajamas contain a small amount of spandex, how should they be classified? Spandex belongs to man-made fibers. If the overall man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, they are still classified as man-made fibers. If the cotton content exceeds 50%, they are classified as cotton. What documents are required for importing women's pajamas of man-made fibers? Usually, a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, etc. are required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter may be required. The specific requirements are subject to customs. What are the regulatory conditions for HS code 610832? Regulatory conditions vary by country. Generally, there are no special regulations, but attention should be paid to whether they meet safety standards. For details, consult the customs tariff or a customs broker. How should the HS code be declared for cross-border e-commerce retail export of pajamas? Cross-border e-commerce retail exports are usually declared as personal items or goods. If as goods, the HS code must be provided. Women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers should be declared under 610832, and the declaration elements should be filled in truthfully.
Q: How can one determine whether pajamas are knitted or woven?
A: Observe the fabric structure: knitted fabrics have loops, good elasticity, and edges that tend to curl; woven fabrics are interlaced warp and weft, with no elasticity. You can also check the care label or ask the manufacturer, and if necessary, send for testing.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between women's pajamas of man-made fibers and women's pajamas of cotton?
A: Man-made fibers are classified under 610832, and cotton under 610831. The main basis is the material composition; if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is classified as man-made fibers.
Q: Are the codes for pajama sets and nightdresses the same?
A: Yes, as long as the material, gender, and weaving method are the same, they are all classified under 610832. However, if they are bathrobes or dressing gowns, they are classified under 610892.
Q: Must the brand be provided at declaration?
A: Yes, the brand is one of the declaration elements. If there is no brand, it must be declared as 'none'. The brand information must be consistent with the actual goods, otherwise it may be questioned by customs.
Q: If the pajamas contain a small amount of spandex, how should they be classified?
A: Spandex belongs to man-made fibers. If the overall man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, they are still classified as man-made fibers. If the cotton content exceeds 50%, they are classified as cotton.
Q: What documents are required for importing women's pajamas of man-made fibers?
A: Usually, a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, etc. are required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter may be required. The specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for HS code 610832?
A: Regulatory conditions vary by country. Generally, there are no special regulations, but attention should be paid to whether they meet safety standards. For details, consult the customs tariff or a customs broker.
Q: How should the HS code be declared for cross-border e-commerce retail export of pajamas?
A: Cross-border e-commerce retail exports are usually declared as personal items or goods. If as goods, the HS code must be provided. Women's knitted nightdresses of man-made fibers should be declared under 610832, and the declaration elements should be filled in truthfully.
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