Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., garments made from woven fabric cut pieces sewn together. This chapter includes men's, women's and children's outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) and wadding products (Chapter 58). Goods of this chapter generally have a clear wearing function, and the fabrics are mostly woven. Heading 6201 specifically covers men's or boys' overcoats, including overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, wind jackets, jackets and similar articles. These garments generally have warmth or windproof functions, but exclude suits of 6203, shirts of 6205, etc. Under this heading, further subheadings are divided according to specific styles and fabrics. The first 2 digits (62) represent Chapter 62: garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. The 3rd-4th digits (01) represent heading 6201: men's or boys' overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, wind jackets and similar articles. The 5th-6th digits (91) represent subheading 620191: men's windbreakers of wool or fine animal hair. Among them, the 5th digit "9" indicates made of other materials, and the 6th digit "1" indicates made of wool or fine animal hair. The overall code 620191 refers to men's windbreakers of wool or fine animal hair. This product is classified under 620191 because it is a men's windbreaker, with fabric of wool or fine animal hair, conforming to the description of heading 6201. It is not classified under 6203 (men's suits, ensembles, etc.) because windbreakers are not suits; not under 6205 (men's shirts) because the style and function differ; not under Chapter 61 because the fabric is woven rather than knitted.
Chapter
Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., garments made from woven fabric cut pieces sewn together. This chapter includes men's, women's and children's outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) and wadding products (Chapter 58). Goods of this chapter generally have a clear wearing function, and the fabrics are mostly woven.
Heading
Heading 6201 specifically covers men's or boys' overcoats, including overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, wind jackets, jackets and similar articles. These garments generally have warmth or windproof functions, but exclude suits of 6203, shirts of 6205, etc. Under this heading, further subheadings are divided according to specific styles and fabrics.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits (62) represent Chapter 62: garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. The 3rd-4th digits (01) represent heading 6201: men's or boys' overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, wind jackets and similar articles. The 5th-6th digits (91) represent subheading 620191: men's windbreakers of wool or fine animal hair. Among them, the 5th digit "9" indicates made of other materials, and the 6th digit "1" indicates made of wool or fine animal hair. The overall code 620191 refers to men's windbreakers of wool or fine animal hair.
Classification Basis
This product is classified under 620191 because it is a men's windbreaker, with fabric of wool or fine animal hair, conforming to the description of heading 6201. It is not classified under 6203 (men's suits, ensembles, etc.) because windbreakers are not suits; not under 6205 (men's shirts) because the style and function differ; not under Chapter 61 because the fabric is woven rather than knitted.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "men's wool windbreaker", which must be consistent with the HS code description. Brand Type: Fill in the brand name or mark as "no brand", such as "Nike", "no brand". Export Preference Status: Select options such as "export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country" according to the actual trade situation. Material: Detail the fabric composition, such as "100% wool" or "70% wool 30% polyester". Style: Describe the garment style, such as "windbreaker", "hooded wind jacket", etc. Gender: Specify as "men's" or "boys'", corresponding to heading 6201. Weaving Method: Indicate "woven" or "woven fabric", distinguishing from knitted. Brand: Fill in the specific brand name, such as "Adidas", or "none" if no brand. Product Name: men's wool windbreaker; Brand Type: no brand; Export Preference Status: export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country; Material: 100% wool; Style: windbreaker, hooded, zipper closure; Gender: men's; Weaving Method: woven; Brand: none. Incorrectly classifying wool windbreakers under other subheadings of 6201, such as 620111 (wool overcoats), ignoring style differences. Failing to distinguish men's from women's, incorrectly classifying under 6202 (women's windbreakers). Material declaration not specific, such as only writing "wool" without indicating content, affecting subheading determination.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "men's wool windbreaker", which must be consistent with the HS code description.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "men's overcoat" or "men's jacket", leading to classification deviation.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand name or mark as "no brand", such as "Nike", "no brand".
⚠️ Omitting the brand or filling it incompletely, such as only writing "Nike" without indicating the type.
Export Preference Status
Select options such as "export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country" according to the actual trade situation.
⚠️ Incorrectly selecting the preference status, resulting in incorrect tariff treatment.
Material
Detail the fabric composition, such as "100% wool" or "70% wool 30% polyester".
⚠️ Only writing "wool" without indicating the content, or incorrect component proportions.
Style
Describe the garment style, such as "windbreaker", "hooded wind jacket", etc.
⚠️ Confusing with "overcoat" or "jacket", affecting subheading classification.
Gender
Specify as "men's" or "boys'", corresponding to heading 6201.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "women's" or "unisex", leading to classification under 6202.
Weaving Method
Indicate "woven" or "woven fabric", distinguishing from knitted.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "knitted", leading to classification under Chapter 61.
Brand
Fill in the specific brand name, such as "Adidas", or "none" if no brand.
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with actual goods, or spelling errors.
Example: Product Name: men's wool windbreaker; Brand Type: no brand; Export Preference Status: export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country; Material: 100% wool; Style: windbreaker, hooded, zipper closure; Gender: men's; Weaving Method: woven; Brand: none.
Common Mistakes:
Incorrectly classifying wool windbreakers under other subheadings of 6201, such as 620111 (wool overcoats), ignoring style differences.
Failing to distinguish men's from women's, incorrectly classifying under 6202 (women's windbreakers).
Material declaration not specific, such as only writing "wool" without indicating content, affecting subheading determination.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1) The product is a men's windbreaker, conforming to the description of heading 6201 "men's overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, etc."; 2) The fabric is wool or fine animal hair, conforming to the condition of subheading 620191 "of wool or fine animal hair"; 3) The weaving method is woven, excluding knitted garments of Chapter 61; 4) The style is a windbreaker, not a suit, shirt, etc., excluding 6203, 6205, etc. 620111 Wool men's overcoats: 620111 is wool men's overcoats, with a long coat style, while 620191 is windbreakers, generally shorter and focusing on windproof function. 620291 Wool women's windbreakers: 620291 is women's windbreakers, different gender; men's is classified under 620191, women's under 620291. 610191 Knitted wool men's windbreakers: 610191 is knitted or crocheted men's windbreakers, while 620191 is woven, different weaving methods. 620119 Men's windbreakers of other materials: 620119 is men's windbreakers of other materials (such as synthetic fibers, cotton), while 620191 specifically refers to wool or fine animal hair. Confirm whether the product is men's or boys'? Confirm whether the fabric is wool or fine animal hair? Confirm whether the weaving method is woven? Confirm whether the style is a windbreaker rather than an overcoat or jacket? Confirm whether the declaration elements such as brand and material are complete?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1) The product is a men's windbreaker, conforming to the description of heading 6201 "men's overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, etc."; 2) The fabric is wool or fine animal hair, conforming to the condition of subheading 620191 "of wool or fine animal hair"; 3) The weaving method is woven, excluding knitted garments of Chapter 61; 4) The style is a windbreaker, not a suit, shirt, etc., excluding 6203, 6205, etc.
Confused Codes:
620111 - Wool men's overcoats
620111 is wool men's overcoats, with a long coat style, while 620191 is windbreakers, generally shorter and focusing on windproof function.
620291 - Wool women's windbreakers
620291 is women's windbreakers, different gender; men's is classified under 620191, women's under 620291.
610191 - Knitted wool men's windbreakers
610191 is knitted or crocheted men's windbreakers, while 620191 is woven, different weaving methods.
620119 - Men's windbreakers of other materials
620119 is men's windbreakers of other materials (such as synthetic fibers, cotton), while 620191 specifically refers to wool or fine animal hair.
Self-Check:
✓ Confirm whether the product is men's or boys'?
✓ Confirm whether the fabric is wool or fine animal hair?
✓ Confirm whether the weaving method is woven?
✓ Confirm whether the style is a windbreaker rather than an overcoat or jacket?
✓ Confirm whether the declaration elements such as brand and material are complete?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the import tariff rate of 620191? You can query the most-favored-nation tariff rate, general tariff rate, and agreement tariff rate by entering HS code 620191 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms, selecting the country of origin and trade mode. Note that tariff rates may adjust with policy changes, and it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates. What is the difference in classification between wool windbreakers and wool overcoats? Wool windbreakers are classified under 620191, and wool overcoats under 620111. The main difference lies in the style: windbreakers are generally shorter, focusing on windproof function, possibly with a hood; overcoats are generally longer, focusing on warmth. The style must be accurately described during declaration. If the fabric is a wool blend, how to classify? If the content of wool or fine animal hair exceeds that of any other single component, it is generally classified as wool, i.e., 620191. If the content does not exceed, it may be classified as other materials, such as 620119. It is recommended to provide accurate component proportions, subject to customs determination. Are boys' windbreakers also classified under 620191? Yes, heading 6201 includes men's and boys' garments. However, note that if it is infant clothing (generally referring to height below 86cm), it should be classified under 6209. Boys' windbreakers conforming to the description of 6201 are classified under 620191. What is the difference in HS codes between knitted wool windbreakers and woven wool windbreakers? Knitted or crocheted ones are classified under Chapter 61, specifically 610191; woven ones under Chapter 62, i.e., 620191. The weaving method must be confirmed during classification, which can be done by examining the fabric structure or asking the manufacturer. How to fill in the brand type during declaration? Brand types include: no brand, domestic independent brand, domestic acquired brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other). Fill in according to the actual situation, such as selecting "no brand" if there is no brand, and "foreign brand (OEM production)" for OEM production. What are the regulatory conditions for 620191? Regulatory conditions vary by country. Generally, imports require basic documents such as contracts, invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading. Some countries may require certificates of origin, quality inspection reports, etc. Specifics can be queried through the regulatory condition codes published by the General Administration of Customs. How to choose the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of wool windbreakers? Cross-border e-commerce retail exports are usually declared as personal items or express shipments, but if formal customs declaration is required, 620191 should still be used. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs to ensure compliance. Also note that the HS code of the destination country may differ, and adjustments should be made according to local rules.
Q: How to inquire about the import tariff rate of 620191?
A: You can query the most-favored-nation tariff rate, general tariff rate, and agreement tariff rate by entering HS code 620191 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms, selecting the country of origin and trade mode. Note that tariff rates may adjust with policy changes, and it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates.
Q: What is the difference in classification between wool windbreakers and wool overcoats?
A: Wool windbreakers are classified under 620191, and wool overcoats under 620111. The main difference lies in the style: windbreakers are generally shorter, focusing on windproof function, possibly with a hood; overcoats are generally longer, focusing on warmth. The style must be accurately described during declaration.
Q: If the fabric is a wool blend, how to classify?
A: If the content of wool or fine animal hair exceeds that of any other single component, it is generally classified as wool, i.e., 620191. If the content does not exceed, it may be classified as other materials, such as 620119. It is recommended to provide accurate component proportions, subject to customs determination.
Q: Are boys' windbreakers also classified under 620191?
A: Yes, heading 6201 includes men's and boys' garments. However, note that if it is infant clothing (generally referring to height below 86cm), it should be classified under 6209. Boys' windbreakers conforming to the description of 6201 are classified under 620191.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between knitted wool windbreakers and woven wool windbreakers?
A: Knitted or crocheted ones are classified under Chapter 61, specifically 610191; woven ones under Chapter 62, i.e., 620191. The weaving method must be confirmed during classification, which can be done by examining the fabric structure or asking the manufacturer.
Q: How to fill in the brand type during declaration?
A: Brand types include: no brand, domestic independent brand, domestic acquired brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other). Fill in according to the actual situation, such as selecting "no brand" if there is no brand, and "foreign brand (OEM production)" for OEM production.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for 620191?
A: Regulatory conditions vary by country. Generally, imports require basic documents such as contracts, invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading. Some countries may require certificates of origin, quality inspection reports, etc. Specifics can be queried through the regulatory condition codes published by the General Administration of Customs.
Q: How to choose the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of wool windbreakers?
A: Cross-border e-commerce retail exports are usually declared as personal items or express shipments, but if formal customs declaration is required, 620191 should still be used. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs to ensure compliance. Also note that the HS code of the destination country may differ, and adjustments should be made according to local rules.
⚠️ 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.