Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., woven garments. Complementing Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted garments), this chapter includes coats, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, and other woven finished products. Within the chapter, headings are subdivided by gender and category, such as 6205 for men's shirts and 6206 for women's shirts. Note: This chapter does not include knitted garments, leather garments, or medical garments, which are classified under Chapter 61, Chapter 42, and Chapter 30 respectively. Heading 6205 specifically covers men's or boys' shirts (woven), including long-sleeve, short-sleeve, collared, and collarless styles, but excludes knitted shirts (classified under 6105). A shirt generally refers to an upper garment, front-opening, with a collar and cuffs, which may be formal or casual. Under this heading, subdivision is by fiber composition: cotton (6205.20), man-made fibers (6205.30), other textile materials, etc. Note: The distinction between men's shirts and women's shirts (6206) is based on style and wearer, not merely on size. The first 2 digits "62" represent Chapter 62: garments and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted. The 3rd-4th digits "05" represent heading 6205: men's shirts. The 5th-6th digits "20" represent subheading 6205.20: men's shirts of cotton. The full code 620520 means men's shirts of cotton. Under this code, there is no further subdivision by style (such as dress shirts or casual shirts) or size, but attention must be paid to the classification of cotton-blended shirts: if neither cotton content nor other fibers exceed 50%, they are classified as "of other textile materials" under 6205.90; if cotton content is the highest, they are classified under 6205.20. This product is a men's shirt, woven (not knitted), with cotton as the main fiber, therefore classified under 620520. It is not classified under 6105 (knitted men's shirts) because knitting and weaving are different processes; it is not classified under 6206 (women's shirts) because the wearer is male; it is not classified under 6205.30 (of man-made fibers) because cotton is the main component. If cotton and man-made fibers are blended and cotton content is the highest, it is still classified under 620520; if man-made fiber content is the highest, it is classified under 620530.
Chapter
Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., woven garments. Complementing Chapter 61 (knitted or crocheted garments), this chapter includes coats, suits, shirts, underwear, pajamas, and other woven finished products. Within the chapter, headings are subdivided by gender and category, such as 6205 for men's shirts and 6206 for women's shirts. Note: This chapter does not include knitted garments, leather garments, or medical garments, which are classified under Chapter 61, Chapter 42, and Chapter 30 respectively.
Heading
Heading 6205 specifically covers men's or boys' shirts (woven), including long-sleeve, short-sleeve, collared, and collarless styles, but excludes knitted shirts (classified under 6105). A shirt generally refers to an upper garment, front-opening, with a collar and cuffs, which may be formal or casual. Under this heading, subdivision is by fiber composition: cotton (6205.20), man-made fibers (6205.30), other textile materials, etc. Note: The distinction between men's shirts and women's shirts (6206) is based on style and wearer, not merely on size.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits "62" represent Chapter 62: garments and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted. The 3rd-4th digits "05" represent heading 6205: men's shirts. The 5th-6th digits "20" represent subheading 6205.20: men's shirts of cotton. The full code 620520 means men's shirts of cotton. Under this code, there is no further subdivision by style (such as dress shirts or casual shirts) or size, but attention must be paid to the classification of cotton-blended shirts: if neither cotton content nor other fibers exceed 50%, they are classified as "of other textile materials" under 6205.90; if cotton content is the highest, they are classified under 6205.20.
Classification Basis
This product is a men's shirt, woven (not knitted), with cotton as the main fiber, therefore classified under 620520. It is not classified under 6105 (knitted men's shirts) because knitting and weaving are different processes; it is not classified under 6206 (women's shirts) because the wearer is male; it is not classified under 6205.30 (of man-made fibers) because cotton is the main component. If cotton and man-made fibers are blended and cotton content is the highest, it is still classified under 620520; if man-made fiber content is the highest, it is classified under 620530.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declare the commodity name, which should be specific and clear, such as "men's cotton shirt" or "men's woven cotton shirt." 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. Weaving Method: Specify as woven (not knitted or crocheted). Category (Men's/Boys'): Distinguish between men's or boys' shirts, judged by style and size, generally based on the wearer. Composition Content: Declare fiber composition and percentage, such as 100% cotton, 60% cotton 40% polyester, etc. Brand (Chinese and Foreign Language): Fill in the brand name; if no brand, fill in "None." Item Number: Fill in the product item number of the manufacturer or exporter for easy identification. Product Name: Men's woven cotton shirt; Brand Type: Foreign brand (OEM production); Export Preference Status: No preferential tariff; Weaving Method: Woven; Category: Men's; Composition Content: 100% cotton; Brand: ABC; Item Number: M12345. Misclassifying cotton-blended shirts (with highest cotton content) as man-made fiber, ignoring the principle of main component. Failing to distinguish between men's and boys', leading to classification errors; boys' shirts should also be classified under 6205. Misreporting knitted shirts as woven; the two are classified under different chapters (Chapter 61 and Chapter 62). False declaration of composition content, such as cotton-polyester blends without specifying ratios, affecting classification.
Product Name
Declare the commodity name, which should be specific and clear, such as "men's cotton shirt" or "men's woven cotton shirt."
⚠️ Writing only "shirt" or "men's clothing" without specifying material and weaving method.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand attribute, such as no brand, domestic independent brand, foreign brand (OEM production), etc.
⚠️ Omitting the brand type or incorrectly filling in a specific brand name.
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.
⚠️ Incorrectly judging preferential rules of origin, leading to false declaration.
Weaving Method
Specify as woven (not knitted or crocheted).
⚠️ Misreporting a woven shirt as knitted, leading to classification errors.
Category (Men's/Boys')
Distinguish between men's or boys' shirts, judged by style and size, generally based on the wearer.
⚠️ Misreporting a women's shirt as men's, or failing to distinguish between adult and children's clothing.
Composition Content
Declare fiber composition and percentage, such as 100% cotton, 60% cotton 40% polyester, etc.
⚠️ Writing only "cotton" without listing the percentage, or incorrect blend ratios.
Brand (Chinese and Foreign Language)
Fill in the brand name; if no brand, fill in "None."
⚠️ Misspelling the brand name or inconsistency with the trademark.
Item Number
Fill in the product item number of the manufacturer or exporter for easy identification.
⚠️ Item number does not match the actual product or is omitted.
Misclassifying cotton-blended shirts (with highest cotton content) as man-made fiber, ignoring the principle of main component.
Failing to distinguish between men's and boys', leading to classification errors; boys' shirts should also be classified under 6205.
Misreporting knitted shirts as woven; the two are classified under different chapters (Chapter 61 and Chapter 62).
False declaration of composition content, such as cotton-polyester blends without specifying ratios, affecting classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification basis: 1) Weaving method: must be woven (not knitted or crocheted), otherwise classified under Chapter 61; 2) Gender: men's or boys'; women's classified under 6206; 3) Fiber composition: highest cotton content (by weight) classified under 620520; if highest man-made fiber content, classified under 620530; other fibers classified under 620590; 4) Style: A shirt is defined as a front-opening upper garment with a collar and cuffs; if collarless and sleeveless, it may be classified under other headings. Note: The difference between shirts and T-shirts/Polo shirts lies in the collar type and opening method; T-shirts are usually collarless or knitted, classified under 6109. 610510 Men's or boys' shirts of cotton, knitted or crocheted: Different weaving method: 610510 is knitted, 620520 is woven. Knitted shirts are usually elastic, woven ones are more structured. 620530 Men's or boys' shirts of man-made fibers: Different fiber composition: 620530 is mainly man-made fibers, 620520 is cotton. For blends, the main component (greatest weight) prevails. 620590 Men's or boys' shirts of other textile materials: Applicable to shirts of materials other than cotton and man-made fibers (such as linen, silk) or blends where the main component cannot be determined. 620610 Women's or girls' shirts of cotton: Different gender: 620610 is for women or girls, 620520 is for men or boys. Distinguished by style and wearer. 620690 Women's or girls' shirts of other textile materials: Both gender and material differ: for women and not cotton, classified under 620690. Is it woven (not knitted)? Is it for men or boys? Is the main fiber component cotton? Does it have shirt characteristics (collar, front opening)? Are the declaration elements such as brand and composition accurate?
Basis
Core classification basis: 1) Weaving method: must be woven (not knitted or crocheted), otherwise classified under Chapter 61; 2) Gender: men's or boys'; women's classified under 6206; 3) Fiber composition: highest cotton content (by weight) classified under 620520; if highest man-made fiber content, classified under 620530; other fibers classified under 620590; 4) Style: A shirt is defined as a front-opening upper garment with a collar and cuffs; if collarless and sleeveless, it may be classified under other headings. Note: The difference between shirts and T-shirts/Polo shirts lies in the collar type and opening method; T-shirts are usually collarless or knitted, classified under 6109.
Confused Codes：
610510 - Men's or boys' shirts of cotton, knitted or crocheted
Different weaving method: 610510 is knitted, 620520 is woven. Knitted shirts are usually elastic, woven ones are more structured.
620530 - Men's or boys' shirts of man-made fibers
Different fiber composition: 620530 is mainly man-made fibers, 620520 is cotton. For blends, the main component (greatest weight) prevails.
620590 - Men's or boys' shirts of other textile materials
Applicable to shirts of materials other than cotton and man-made fibers (such as linen, silk) or blends where the main component cannot be determined.
620610 - Women's or girls' shirts of cotton
Different gender: 620610 is for women or girls, 620520 is for men or boys. Distinguished by style and wearer.
620690 - Women's or girls' shirts of other textile materials
Both gender and material differ: for women and not cotton, classified under 620690.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it woven (not knitted)?
✓ Is it for men or boys?
✓ Is the main fiber component cotton?
✓ Does it have shirt characteristics (collar, front opening)?
✓ Are the declaration elements such as brand and composition accurate?
❓ FAQ
How to check the import tariff rate for 620520? You can check through the "Import and Export Tariff" on the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, or use the "Customs Classification and Laboratory Testing" APP. Enter code 620520, select the country of origin and trade mode, and the system will display the MFN rate, general rate, VAT, etc. Note that tariff rates may be adjusted annually; the latest announcement shall prevail. For a cotton-polyester blended men's shirt with 55% cotton and 45% polyester, which code should it be classified under? Since cotton content is the highest (55%), it should be classified according to the main component under 620520. If polyester content is the highest, it is classified under 620530. The blend ratio is key; an accurate composition test report must be provided at declaration. What is the difference in classification between men's shirts and men's T-shirts? Shirts usually have a collar, front opening, and cuffs, classified under 6205 (woven) or 6105 (knitted). T-shirts are generally collarless and pullover, classified under 6109 (knitted) or 6205? Actually, woven T-shirts may be classified under 6205, but T-shirts are usually knitted and classified under 6109. The key is the style and weaving method. What elements need to be declared when exporting men's cotton shirts to the EU? For export declaration, you need to declare product name, brand type, export preference status, weaving method, category, composition content, brand, item number, etc. If preferential tariffs are claimed, a certificate of origin is also required. It is recommended to use China International Trade "Single Window" for declaration to ensure data accuracy. What are the key points of customs classification review for 620520 shirts? Customs focuses on: 1) whether the weaving method is woven; 2) fiber composition and ratio, especially whether cotton is the main component; 3) whether the style is a shirt (with collar, front opening); 4) whether the gender is men's. Enterprises need to retain relevant evidence, such as test reports and style drawings. Are the HS codes for boys' shirts and men's shirts the same? Yes, boys' shirts are also classified under 620520 (cotton) or 620530 (man-made fibers), because heading 6205 covers men's or boys' shirts. However, when declaring, "boys'" must be noted in the "Category" element for customs statistics. If a shirt is a cotton-linen blend with 60% cotton and 40% linen, which code should it be classified under? Cotton content is the highest, so it is classified under 620520. Linen is another textile material, but for blends, classification is based on the main component. If linen content is the highest, it is classified under 620590 (of other textile materials). How to declare the HS code for cross-border e-commerce retail export of shirts? Cross-border e-commerce retail exports also require HS code declaration. For men's cotton shirts, 620520 should be declared. Note: Cross-border e-commerce may simplify declaration, but the code must be accurate. It is recommended to use the "Cross-border E-commerce Export Unified Version" system and truthfully fill in product name, composition, and other elements.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for 620520?
A: You can check through the "Import and Export Tariff" on the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, or use the "Customs Classification and Laboratory Testing" APP. Enter code 620520, select the country of origin and trade mode, and the system will display the MFN rate, general rate, VAT, etc. Note that tariff rates may be adjusted annually; the latest announcement shall prevail.
Q: For a cotton-polyester blended men's shirt with 55% cotton and 45% polyester, which code should it be classified under?
A: Since cotton content is the highest (55%), it should be classified according to the main component under 620520. If polyester content is the highest, it is classified under 620530. The blend ratio is key; an accurate composition test report must be provided at declaration.
Q: What is the difference in classification between men's shirts and men's T-shirts?
A: Shirts usually have a collar, front opening, and cuffs, classified under 6205 (woven) or 6105 (knitted). T-shirts are generally collarless and pullover, classified under 6109 (knitted) or 6205? Actually, woven T-shirts may be classified under 6205, but T-shirts are usually knitted and classified under 6109. The key is the style and weaving method.
Q: What elements need to be declared when exporting men's cotton shirts to the EU?
A: For export declaration, you need to declare product name, brand type, export preference status, weaving method, category, composition content, brand, item number, etc. If preferential tariffs are claimed, a certificate of origin is also required. It is recommended to use China International Trade "Single Window" for declaration to ensure data accuracy.
Q: What are the key points of customs classification review for 620520 shirts?
A: Customs focuses on: 1) whether the weaving method is woven; 2) fiber composition and ratio, especially whether cotton is the main component; 3) whether the style is a shirt (with collar, front opening); 4) whether the gender is men's. Enterprises need to retain relevant evidence, such as test reports and style drawings.
Q: Are the HS codes for boys' shirts and men's shirts the same?
A: Yes, boys' shirts are also classified under 620520 (cotton) or 620530 (man-made fibers), because heading 6205 covers men's or boys' shirts. However, when declaring, "boys'" must be noted in the "Category" element for customs statistics.
Q: If a shirt is a cotton-linen blend with 60% cotton and 40% linen, which code should it be classified under?
A: Cotton content is the highest, so it is classified under 620520. Linen is another textile material, but for blends, classification is based on the main component. If linen content is the highest, it is classified under 620590 (of other textile materials).
Q: How to declare the HS code for cross-border e-commerce retail export of shirts?
A: Cross-border e-commerce retail exports also require HS code declaration. For men's cotton shirts, 620520 should be declared. Note: Cross-border e-commerce may simplify declaration, but the code must be accurate. It is recommended to use the "Cross-border E-commerce Export Unified Version" system and truthfully fill in product name, composition, and other elements.
⚠️ 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.