Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., woven garments. This chapter includes men's, women's, and children's coats, suits, shirts, underwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) as well as quilted products, leather garments, etc. The headings within the chapter are divided by garment type and gender, making it the core chapter for customs classification of woven garments. Heading 6203 covers men's suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (excluding swimwear). Ensembles refer to garments sold as a set of two or more pieces for everyday informal occasions, such as a combination of a jacket and trousers. This heading is further subdivided based on material and specific style. First 2 digits 62: indicates Chapter 62, i.e., garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. Digits 3-4, 03: indicates heading 6203, specifically men's suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts. Digits 5-6, 21: under 6203, subheading 6203.21 indicates men's ensembles of wool or fine animal hair. The '2' represents wool or fine animal hair, and the '1' represents ensembles. The complete code 620321 refers to men's ensembles of wool or fine animal hair. The product is a men's ensemble made of wool or fine animal hair, woven. Therefore, it is classified under 6203.21, rather than knitted categories (Chapter 61) or women's ensembles (6204). It is also distinguished from 6203.11 (wool suits) and 6203.31 (cotton ensembles), with the core being the material and ensemble type.
Chapter
Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., woven garments. This chapter includes men's, women's, and children's coats, suits, shirts, underwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) as well as quilted products, leather garments, etc. The headings within the chapter are divided by garment type and gender, making it the core chapter for customs classification of woven garments.
Heading
Heading 6203 covers men's suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (excluding swimwear). Ensembles refer to garments sold as a set of two or more pieces for everyday informal occasions, such as a combination of a jacket and trousers. This heading is further subdivided based on material and specific style.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 62: indicates Chapter 62, i.e., garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. Digits 3-4, 03: indicates heading 6203, specifically men's suits, ensembles, jackets, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts. Digits 5-6, 21: under 6203, subheading 6203.21 indicates men's ensembles of wool or fine animal hair. The '2' represents wool or fine animal hair, and the '1' represents ensembles. The complete code 620321 refers to men's ensembles of wool or fine animal hair.
Classification Basis
The product is a men's ensemble made of wool or fine animal hair, woven. Therefore, it is classified under 6203.21, rather than knitted categories (Chapter 61) or women's ensembles (6204). It is also distinguished from 6203.11 (wool suits) and 6203.31 (cotton ensembles), with the core being the material and ensemble type.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'Men's Wool Ensemble'. Brand Type: Fill in the brand attribute, such as 'No Brand', 'Domestic Independent Brand', 'Foreign Brand (OEM Production)', 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', etc. Composition Content: List each fiber component and percentage, such as 'Wool 70%, Polyester 30%'. Weaving Method: Indicate whether it is woven, knitted, or crocheted; here it should be 'Woven'. Style: Describe the specific style, such as 'Two-piece set (jacket + trousers)', 'Three-piece set', etc. Brand Name: Fill in the actual brand name; if 'No Brand', fill in 'None'. Product Name: Men's Wool Ensemble; Brand Type: Foreign Brand (OEM Production); Export Preference Status: Export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country; Composition Content: Wool 80%, Nylon 20%; Weaving Method: Woven; Style: Two-piece set (jacket + trousers); Brand Name: XYZ. Reporting woven as knitted, leading to classification under Chapter 61. Composition content does not provide specific percentages, only writing 'Wool'. Style description is unclear, not specifying the number and type of pieces in the set. Ignoring the distinction between brand type and brand name.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'Men's Wool Ensemble'.
⚠️ Only writing 'Men's Suit' without specifying material and specific type.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand attribute, such as 'No Brand', 'Domestic Independent Brand', 'Foreign Brand (OEM Production)', etc.
⚠️ Confusing brand type with brand name, or omitting it.
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', etc.
List each fiber component and percentage, such as 'Wool 70%, Polyester 30%'.
⚠️ Only writing 'Wool' without providing specific percentages.
Weaving Method
Indicate whether it is woven, knitted, or crocheted; here it should be 'Woven'.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in as 'Knitted', leading to classification errors.
Style
Describe the specific style, such as 'Two-piece set (jacket + trousers)', 'Three-piece set', etc.
⚠️ Not specifying the number and type of pieces included in the set.
Brand Name
Fill in the actual brand name; if 'No Brand', fill in 'None'.
⚠️ Confusing brand name with brand type.
Example: Product Name: Men's Wool Ensemble; Brand Type: Foreign Brand (OEM Production); Export Preference Status: Export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country; Composition Content: Wool 80%, Nylon 20%; Weaving Method: Woven; Style: Two-piece set (jacket + trousers); Brand Name: XYZ.
Common Mistakes:
Reporting woven as knitted, leading to classification under Chapter 61.
Composition content does not provide specific percentages, only writing 'Wool'.
Style description is unclear, not specifying the number and type of pieces in the set.
Ignoring the distinction between brand type and brand name.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1) The product is a men's ensemble, i.e., sold as a set of two or more pieces for everyday informal occasions; 2) The material is wool or fine animal hair and woven; 3) It meets the definition of an ensemble in the Chapter 62 notes. Note that if the set includes a suit jacket and trousers, but the jacket is not in suit style, it may still be classified as an ensemble. 620311 Men's suits of wool or fine animal hair: Suits require the jacket and trousers to be of the same material, color, and style, and for formal occasions; ensembles are for informal occasions with more casual styles. 620331 Men's ensembles of cotton: Different material: 620331 is cotton, while 620321 is wool or fine animal hair. 620341 Men's trousers, bib and brace overalls, etc., of wool or fine animal hair: 620341 is for single trousers, etc., not a set; 620321 is for ensembles sold as a set. 610321 Men's ensembles of wool, knitted or crocheted: Different weaving method: 610321 is knitted or crocheted, while 620321 is woven. Is it men's clothing? Is it an ensemble (two or more pieces sold as a set)? Is the material wool or fine animal hair? Is it woven? Is it for informal occasions?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1) The product is a men's ensemble, i.e., sold as a set of two or more pieces for everyday informal occasions; 2) The material is wool or fine animal hair and woven; 3) It meets the definition of an ensemble in the Chapter 62 notes. Note that if the set includes a suit jacket and trousers, but the jacket is not in suit style, it may still be classified as an ensemble.
Confused Codes:
620311 - Men's suits of wool or fine animal hair
Suits require the jacket and trousers to be of the same material, color, and style, and for formal occasions; ensembles are for informal occasions with more casual styles.
620331 - Men's ensembles of cotton
Different material: 620331 is cotton, while 620321 is wool or fine animal hair.
620341 - Men's trousers, bib and brace overalls, etc., of wool or fine animal hair
620341 is for single trousers, etc., not a set; 620321 is for ensembles sold as a set.
610321 - Men's ensembles of wool, knitted or crocheted
Different weaving method: 610321 is knitted or crocheted, while 620321 is woven.
Self-Check:
✓ Is it men's clothing?
✓ Is it an ensemble (two or more pieces sold as a set)?
✓ Is the material wool or fine animal hair?
✓ Is it woven?
✓ Is it for informal occasions?
❓ FAQ
How to check the import tariff rate for 620321? You can check the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, and consumption tax, etc., by entering HS code 620321 on the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools. Note that rates may be adjusted with policy changes; it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates. What is the main difference between 620321 and 620311? 620311 is for suits, used for formal occasions, where the jacket and trousers must be of the same material, color, and style; 620321 is for ensembles, used for informal occasions, with more flexible styles. Classification should be judged based on actual use and style. If the jacket and trousers in the set are of different materials, how to classify? If different pieces in the set are of different materials, they should be classified separately. For example, if the jacket is wool and the trousers are cotton, the jacket is classified under 6203.31 (cotton) or 6203.31? Each piece must be classified individually, not as a whole under 620321. How to fill in the composition content during declaration? List all fiber components and percentages, such as 'Wool 70%, Polyester 30%'. If the wool content exceeds 50%, it is usually classified as wool. Note that some countries require test reports. What is the export tax rebate rate for 620321? The export tax rebate rate should be checked according to the latest regulations of the State Taxation Administration; it may be adjusted at different times. You can check through the electronic tax bureau or tax rebate agents. Generally, the rebate rate for woven wool garments is around 13%, but the actual rate shall prevail. What should be noted when selling this product via cross-border e-commerce? The HS code must be accurately declared to avoid customs clearance issues due to classification errors. Also pay attention to destination country tariffs, labeling requirements (such as composition, origin), and intellectual property issues. It is recommended to use a正规 customs broker. How to determine if it is an 'ensemble'? An ensemble refers to clothing sold as a set of two or more pieces for everyday informal occasions, such as a jacket with trousers. Note that if the jacket is in suit style, it may be classified as a suit. Customs will determine based on the overall appearance and use. Does 620321 include lined jackets? Yes, but it must be ensured that the whole is an ensemble. If the jacket is sold separately, it is classified under 6203.31 (men's jackets of wool). Lining does not affect classification, but the lining material must be declared.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for 620321?
A: You can check the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, and consumption tax, etc., by entering HS code 620321 on the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools. Note that rates may be adjusted with policy changes; it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates.
Q: What is the main difference between 620321 and 620311?
A: 620311 is for suits, used for formal occasions, where the jacket and trousers must be of the same material, color, and style; 620321 is for ensembles, used for informal occasions, with more flexible styles. Classification should be judged based on actual use and style.
Q: If the jacket and trousers in the set are of different materials, how to classify?
A: If different pieces in the set are of different materials, they should be classified separately. For example, if the jacket is wool and the trousers are cotton, the jacket is classified under 6203.31 (cotton) or 6203.31? Each piece must be classified individually, not as a whole under 620321.
Q: How to fill in the composition content during declaration?
A: List all fiber components and percentages, such as 'Wool 70%, Polyester 30%'. If the wool content exceeds 50%, it is usually classified as wool. Note that some countries require test reports.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 620321?
A: The export tax rebate rate should be checked according to the latest regulations of the State Taxation Administration; it may be adjusted at different times. You can check through the electronic tax bureau or tax rebate agents. Generally, the rebate rate for woven wool garments is around 13%, but the actual rate shall prevail.
Q: What should be noted when selling this product via cross-border e-commerce?
A: The HS code must be accurately declared to avoid customs clearance issues due to classification errors. Also pay attention to destination country tariffs, labeling requirements (such as composition, origin), and intellectual property issues. It is recommended to use a正规 customs broker.
Q: How to determine if it is an 'ensemble'?
A: An ensemble refers to clothing sold as a set of two or more pieces for everyday informal occasions, such as a jacket with trousers. Note that if the jacket is in suit style, it may be classified as a suit. Customs will determine based on the overall appearance and use.
Q: Does 620321 include lined jackets?
A: Yes, but it must be ensured that the whole is an ensemble. If the jacket is sold separately, it is classified under 6203.31 (men's jackets of wool). Lining does not affect classification, but the lining material must be declared.
⚠️ 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.