Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., woven garments. It complements Chapter 61 (knitted garments) and includes various woven finished products such as overcoats, windbreakers, suits, shirts, underwear, etc. Note, however, that articles of wadding, leather garments, knitted garments, etc., are classified in other chapters. Goods of this chapter are usually subjected to processes such as cutting and sewing and have the complete characteristics of garments. Heading 6201 specifically covers men's or boys' overcoats, raincoats, windbreakers, windcheaters, and similar articles, but excludes knitted items (Chapter 61). This heading includes various woven outer garments such as overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, ski jackets, etc. Note that hooded windbreakers are still classified under this heading, while suits, ensembles, etc., are classified under 6203. The first 2 digits 62 represent Chapter 62 (non-knitted garments); digits 3-4, 01, represent heading 6201 (men's overcoats, windbreakers, etc.); digits 5-6, 92, represent subheading 620192, specifically men's cotton windbreakers. The 5th digit 9 indicates other materials (here, cotton), and the 6th digit 2 indicates windbreaker type. Note that under heading 6201 there are also 620111 (wool overcoats), 620112 (cotton overcoats), 620113 (man-made fiber overcoats), etc. 620192 specifically refers to cotton windbreakers, as distinct from overcoats. The product is a men's cotton windbreaker, woven fabric, not knitted, so it is classified in Chapter 62. Because it is a men's outer garment and belongs to the windbreaker category, it is classified under heading 6201. The material is cotton and the style is a windbreaker, so the subheading is 620192. It is not classified under 6201.11 (wool) or 6201.13 (man-made fibers), nor under 6202 (women's).
Chapter
Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., woven garments. It complements Chapter 61 (knitted garments) and includes various woven finished products such as overcoats, windbreakers, suits, shirts, underwear, etc. Note, however, that articles of wadding, leather garments, knitted garments, etc., are classified in other chapters. Goods of this chapter are usually subjected to processes such as cutting and sewing and have the complete characteristics of garments.
Heading
Heading 6201 specifically covers men's or boys' overcoats, raincoats, windbreakers, windcheaters, and similar articles, but excludes knitted items (Chapter 61). This heading includes various woven outer garments such as overcoats, short coats, capes, windbreakers, ski jackets, etc. Note that hooded windbreakers are still classified under this heading, while suits, ensembles, etc., are classified under 6203.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 62 represent Chapter 62 (non-knitted garments); digits 3-4, 01, represent heading 6201 (men's overcoats, windbreakers, etc.); digits 5-6, 92, represent subheading 620192, specifically men's cotton windbreakers. The 5th digit 9 indicates other materials (here, cotton), and the 6th digit 2 indicates windbreaker type. Note that under heading 6201 there are also 620111 (wool overcoats), 620112 (cotton overcoats), 620113 (man-made fiber overcoats), etc. 620192 specifically refers to cotton windbreakers, as distinct from overcoats.
Classification Basis
The product is a men's cotton windbreaker, woven fabric, not knitted, so it is classified in Chapter 62. Because it is a men's outer garment and belongs to the windbreaker category, it is classified under heading 6201. The material is cotton and the style is a windbreaker, so the subheading is 620192. It is not classified under 6201.11 (wool) or 6201.13 (man-made fibers), nor under 6202 (women's).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declared product name should be accurately described as "men's cotton windbreaker" or "men's windbreaker (cotton)", avoiding vague terms such as "jacket" or "outerwear". Brand Type: Fill in the brand name; if no brand, fill in "unbranded". Brand affects price and classification but generally does not affect the HS code unless intellectual property is involved. 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" or "enjoy preferential tariffs", and it must correspond to the certificate of origin. Type: Clearly specify as "windbreaker" or "windcheater", distinct from overcoats, raincoats, etc. Windbreakers usually have windproof function but are not waterproof. Weaving Method: Fill in "woven" or "woven fabric", emphasizing non-knitted, to distinguish from Chapter 61. Material Composition: Fill in the fabric composition, such as "100% cotton" or "60% cotton 40% polyester", and indicate the cotton content to determine the subheading. Style Details: Describe whether it has a hood, zipper, pockets, etc., but generally does not affect classification unless special functions are involved. Product name: Men's cotton windbreaker; Brand: Unbranded; Export preference status: No preferential tariff; Type: Windbreaker; Weaving method: Woven; Material composition: 100% cotton; Style: Hooded zipper style, no lining. Specification: Size M. Incorrectly classifying cotton windbreakers under 6201.12 (cotton overcoats), ignoring the difference between "windbreaker" and "overcoat". Material composition does not indicate cotton content, making it impossible to determine the subheading; for blended fabrics, classification should be based on the main component. Incorrectly declaring men's as women's, leading to classification under 6202; gender labeling must be verified.
Product Name
Declared product name should be accurately described as "men's cotton windbreaker" or "men's windbreaker (cotton)", avoiding vague terms such as "jacket" or "outerwear".
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "men's cotton jacket" or "men's outerwear", leading to classification disputes.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand name; if no brand, fill in "unbranded". Brand affects price and classification but generally does not affect the HS code unless intellectual property is involved.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or filling in the wrong brand type (e.g., "OEM" not indicated).
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" or "enjoy preferential tariffs", and it must correspond to the certificate of origin.
⚠️ Incorrectly checking the preference status, resulting in failure to enjoy tariff preferences.
Type
Clearly specify as "windbreaker" or "windcheater", distinct from overcoats, raincoats, etc. Windbreakers usually have windproof function but are not waterproof.
⚠️ Confusing with "raincoat"; raincoats should be classified under 6201.40.
Weaving Method
Fill in "woven" or "woven fabric", emphasizing non-knitted, to distinguish from Chapter 61.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in "knitted", leading to incorrect classification in Chapter 61.
Material Composition
Fill in the fabric composition, such as "100% cotton" or "60% cotton 40% polyester", and indicate the cotton content to determine the subheading.
⚠️ Only filling in "cotton" without indicating content, or confusing fabric and lining composition.
Style Details
Describe whether it has a hood, zipper, pockets, etc., but generally does not affect classification unless special functions are involved.
⚠️ Over-describing details and ignoring key classification elements.
Example: Product name: Men's cotton windbreaker; Brand: Unbranded; Export preference status: No preferential tariff; Type: Windbreaker; Weaving method: Woven; Material composition: 100% cotton; Style: Hooded zipper style, no lining. Specification: Size M.
Common Mistakes:
Incorrectly classifying cotton windbreakers under 6201.12 (cotton overcoats), ignoring the difference between "windbreaker" and "overcoat".
Material composition does not indicate cotton content, making it impossible to determine the subheading; for blended fabrics, classification should be based on the main component.
Incorrectly declaring men's as women's, leading to classification under 6202; gender labeling must be verified.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification basis: 1) Chapter 62 notes, non-knitted garments; 2) Heading 6201 text, men's overcoats, windbreakers, etc.; 3) Subheading structure, 6201.92 for cotton windbreakers. It should be classified step by step according to material, type, and gender in conjunction with the Import and Export Tariff and the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System. Key confirmations: woven, men's, windbreaker, cotton. 620112 Men's cotton overcoats: 620112 is men's cotton overcoats, including long overcoats, short coats, etc., while 620192 is windbreakers, usually shorter and windproof but without thermal filling. 620113 Men's man-made fiber overcoats: Different material: 620113 is man-made fibers, while 620192 is cotton. If the fabric is man-made fibers, it should be classified under 620113 or 620193. 620192 Men's cotton windbreakers: This code; must be distinguished from 620292 (women's); gender is key. 620292 Women's cotton windbreakers: Women's windbreakers are classified under 6202, men's under 6201; gender should be determined based on style, labels, etc. 610192 Men's cotton knitted windbreakers: Difference between knitted and woven: 610192 is knitted, 620192 is woven. Is it non-knitted (woven)? Is it men's? Is it a windbreaker type? Is the fabric cotton? Are raincoats, ski jackets, and other special-function garments excluded?
Basis
Core classification basis: 1) Chapter 62 notes, non-knitted garments; 2) Heading 6201 text, men's overcoats, windbreakers, etc.; 3) Subheading structure, 6201.92 for cotton windbreakers. It should be classified step by step according to material, type, and gender in conjunction with the Import and Export Tariff and the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System. Key confirmations: woven, men's, windbreaker, cotton.
Confused Codes:
620112 - Men's cotton overcoats
620112 is men's cotton overcoats, including long overcoats, short coats, etc., while 620192 is windbreakers, usually shorter and windproof but without thermal filling.
620113 - Men's man-made fiber overcoats
Different material: 620113 is man-made fibers, while 620192 is cotton. If the fabric is man-made fibers, it should be classified under 620113 or 620193.
620192 - Men's cotton windbreakers
This code; must be distinguished from 620292 (women's); gender is key.
620292 - Women's cotton windbreakers
Women's windbreakers are classified under 6202, men's under 6201; gender should be determined based on style, labels, etc.
610192 - Men's cotton knitted windbreakers
Difference between knitted and woven: 610192 is knitted, 620192 is woven.
Self-Check:
✓ Is it non-knitted (woven)?
✓ Is it men's?
✓ Is it a windbreaker type?
✓ Is the fabric cotton?
✓ Are raincoats, ski jackets, and other special-function garments excluded?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether a men's outerwear is a windbreaker or an overcoat? Windbreakers are usually shorter, windproof, but without thermal filling; overcoats are longer, usually with thermal filling or thicker. According to customs classification, windbreakers are classified under 6201.92, overcoats under 6201.12. If unable to distinguish, refer to style and function descriptions. What is the HS code for men's cotton windbreakers? The HS code for men's cotton windbreakers is 620192. However, it must be confirmed as woven, men's, cotton, and non-knitted. If knitted, it should be classified under 610192. If the fabric is a cotton-polyester blend, how should it be classified? According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System, classify according to the main component. If cotton content exceeds 50%, it can be classified under 620192; if polyester predominates, under 620193 (man-made fibers). Percentage composition must be provided. Which code are boys' windbreakers classified under? Boys' windbreakers are also classified under 6201, subheading 620192 (cotton). However, if they are infants' garments, they should be classified under 6111 or 6209. What is the difference in classification between windbreakers and raincoats? Raincoats are usually waterproof and classified under 6201.40 (men's) or 6202.40 (women's); windbreakers are only windproof, not waterproof, and classified under 6201.92 (cotton). If both waterproof and windproof, classify as raincoats. What elements need attention when declaring? Key declarations: product name, brand, type (windbreaker), weaving method (woven), material composition (cotton content), gender (men's). Avoid declaring windbreakers as overcoats or jackets. How to check the tax rate for this code? It can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website or the Import and Export Tariff. Tax rates may change; it is recommended to use the latest official data. You can also consult a customs broker. If the windbreaker has a detachable lining, does it affect classification? Generally no, it is still classified as a windbreaker. However, if the lining is thermal filling, it may be regarded as an overcoat. It is recommended to judge based on the main function.
Q: How to determine whether a men's outerwear is a windbreaker or an overcoat?
A: Windbreakers are usually shorter, windproof, but without thermal filling; overcoats are longer, usually with thermal filling or thicker. According to customs classification, windbreakers are classified under 6201.92, overcoats under 6201.12. If unable to distinguish, refer to style and function descriptions.
Q: What is the HS code for men's cotton windbreakers?
A: The HS code for men's cotton windbreakers is 620192. However, it must be confirmed as woven, men's, cotton, and non-knitted. If knitted, it should be classified under 610192.
Q: If the fabric is a cotton-polyester blend, how should it be classified?
A: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System, classify according to the main component. If cotton content exceeds 50%, it can be classified under 620192; if polyester predominates, under 620193 (man-made fibers). Percentage composition must be provided.
Q: Which code are boys' windbreakers classified under?
A: Boys' windbreakers are also classified under 6201, subheading 620192 (cotton). However, if they are infants' garments, they should be classified under 6111 or 6209.
Q: What is the difference in classification between windbreakers and raincoats?
A: Raincoats are usually waterproof and classified under 6201.40 (men's) or 6202.40 (women's); windbreakers are only windproof, not waterproof, and classified under 6201.92 (cotton). If both waterproof and windproof, classify as raincoats.
Q: What elements need attention when declaring?
A: Key declarations: product name, brand, type (windbreaker), weaving method (woven), material composition (cotton content), gender (men's). Avoid declaring windbreakers as overcoats or jackets.
Q: How to check the tax rate for this code?
A: It can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website or the Import and Export Tariff. Tax rates may change; it is recommended to use the latest official data. You can also consult a customs broker.
Q: If the windbreaker has a detachable lining, does it affect classification?
A: Generally no, it is still classified as a windbreaker. However, if the lining is thermal filling, it may be regarded as an overcoat. It is recommended to judge based on the main function.
⚠️ 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.