Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., garments made of woven fabrics. This chapter includes men's, women's and children's outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, nightwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) and garments for medical, orthopedic or other special purposes. Headings within the chapter are divided by garment type and gender, such as 6203 for men's suits, 6204 for women's suits, 6208 for women's underwear and nightwear, etc. Heading 6208 specifically covers women's or girls' singlets, vests, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, of textile materials other than knitted or crocheted. This heading includes such garments of cotton, man-made fibres, silk, wool and other textile materials. However, note that similar articles that are knitted or crocheted fall under Chapter 61 (e.g., 6108), while babies' garments fall under 6209. Code 620819 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "62" represent Chapter 62 (garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted); digits 3-4 "08" represent heading 6208 (women's or girls' singlets, vests, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles); digits 5-6 "19" represent subheading 620819, i.e., women's briefs and panties "of other textile materials". Under 6208, subheadings are further subdivided by material: 620811 for man-made fibres, 620819 for other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.). Therefore, this code specifically refers to women's briefs made of textile materials other than man-made fibres, not knitted or crocheted. The goods are women's briefs, not knitted or crocheted (i.e., woven), made of other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.), and therefore classified under 620819. If knitted or crocheted, they should be classified under 6108; if of man-made fibres, under 620811; if men's briefs, under 6207; if babies' briefs, under 6209.
Chapter
Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., garments made of woven fabrics. This chapter includes men's, women's and children's outerwear, suits, shirts, underwear, nightwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) and garments for medical, orthopedic or other special purposes. Headings within the chapter are divided by garment type and gender, such as 6203 for men's suits, 6204 for women's suits, 6208 for women's underwear and nightwear, etc.
Heading
Heading 6208 specifically covers women's or girls' singlets, vests, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, of textile materials other than knitted or crocheted. This heading includes such garments of cotton, man-made fibres, silk, wool and other textile materials. However, note that similar articles that are knitted or crocheted fall under Chapter 61 (e.g., 6108), while babies' garments fall under 6209.
Digit Breakdown
Code 620819 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "62" represent Chapter 62 (garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted); digits 3-4 "08" represent heading 6208 (women's or girls' singlets, vests, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles); digits 5-6 "19" represent subheading 620819, i.e., women's briefs and panties "of other textile materials". Under 6208, subheadings are further subdivided by material: 620811 for man-made fibres, 620819 for other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.). Therefore, this code specifically refers to women's briefs made of textile materials other than man-made fibres, not knitted or crocheted.
Classification Basis
The goods are women's briefs, not knitted or crocheted (i.e., woven), made of other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.), and therefore classified under 620819. If knitted or crocheted, they should be classified under 6108; if of man-made fibres, under 620811; if men's briefs, under 6207; if babies' briefs, under 6209.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declared commodity name, which should accurately describe as "women's briefs" or "women's panties", and indicate the material, such as "cotton women's briefs". 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. Material: Detail the fabric composition, such as "100% cotton", "55% cotton 45% viscose", etc., which must be consistent with the test report. Weaving Method: Indicate "woven" or "knitted"; this code requires woven. Style: Describe the briefs style, such as "briefs", "boxer shorts", etc. Brand: Fill in the actual brand name; if no brand, fill in "none". Item Number: Fill in the manufacturer's or exporter's item number for identification. Product Name: cotton women's briefs; Brand Type: foreign brand (OEM production); Export Preference Status: export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country; Material: 100% cotton; Weaving Method: woven; Style: briefs; Brand: ABC; Item Number: W12345. Mistakenly classifying knitted briefs under this code; should be classified under 6108. Material declared as man-made fibres; should be classified under 620811. Ignoring gender, mistakenly declaring as men's briefs; should be classified under 6207. Not indicating the weaving method, leading to classification disputes.
Product Name
Declared commodity name, which should accurately describe as "women's briefs" or "women's panties", and indicate the material, such as "cotton women's briefs".
⚠️ Writing only "briefs" without indicating gender and material, or mistakenly writing "men's briefs".
Brand Type
Fill in the brand attribute, such as "no brand", "domestic independent brand", "foreign brand (OEM production)", etc.
⚠️ Omitting or incorrectly filling in the brand type, leading to classification or document review questions.
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.
⚠️ Ignoring this element, or incorrectly checking the preference type.
Material
Detail the fabric composition, such as "100% cotton", "55% cotton 45% viscose", etc., which must be consistent with the test report.
⚠️ Writing only "textile material" is too general, or incorrect composition ratios.
Weaving Method
Indicate "woven" or "knitted"; this code requires woven.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring as "knitted", which should be classified under 6108.
Style
Describe the briefs style, such as "briefs", "boxer shorts", etc.
Fill in the actual brand name; if no brand, fill in "none".
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with declaration, or omitted.
Item Number
Fill in the manufacturer's or exporter's item number for identification.
⚠️ Item number inconsistent with the actual goods or missing.
Example: Product Name: cotton women's briefs; Brand Type: foreign brand (OEM production); Export Preference Status: export goods do not enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country; Material: 100% cotton; Weaving Method: woven; Style: briefs; Brand: ABC; Item Number: W12345.
Common Mistakes:
Mistakenly classifying knitted briefs under this code; should be classified under 6108.
Material declared as man-made fibres; should be classified under 620811.
Ignoring gender, mistakenly declaring as men's briefs; should be classified under 6207.
Not indicating the weaving method, leading to classification disputes.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) The goods are women's briefs; 2) The weaving method is not knitted or crocheted (i.e., woven); 3) The material is other textile materials other than man-made fibres (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.). It must also be confirmed that they are not babies' garments (6209) or special-function garments. If the material is man-made fibres, classify under 620811; if knitted, classify under 6108. 620811 Women's briefs of man-made fibres: Material is man-made fibres, while 620819 is other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool). 610821 Cotton knitted women's briefs: Weaving method is knitted, while 620819 is woven. 620711 Cotton men's briefs: Gender is men's, while 620819 is women's. 620920 Cotton babies' garments: Babies' garments (usually referring to height 86cm and below), while 620819 is for adult women. 621210 Brassieres: The goods are brassieres, while 620819 is briefs. Are they women's briefs? Are they woven (not knitted)? Is the material not man-made fibres? Are they not babies' garments? Are they consistent with the declared elements?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) The goods are women's briefs; 2) The weaving method is not knitted or crocheted (i.e., woven); 3) The material is other textile materials other than man-made fibres (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.). It must also be confirmed that they are not babies' garments (6209) or special-function garments. If the material is man-made fibres, classify under 620811; if knitted, classify under 6108.
Confused Codes:
620811 - Women's briefs of man-made fibres
Material is man-made fibres, while 620819 is other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool).
610821 - Cotton knitted women's briefs
Weaving method is knitted, while 620819 is woven.
620711 - Cotton men's briefs
Gender is men's, while 620819 is women's.
620920 - Cotton babies' garments
Babies' garments (usually referring to height 86cm and below), while 620819 is for adult women.
621210 - Brassieres
The goods are brassieres, while 620819 is briefs.
Self-Check:
✓ Are they women's briefs?
✓ Are they woven (not knitted)?
✓ Is the material not man-made fibres?
✓ Are they not babies' garments?
✓ Are they consistent with the declared elements?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the tariff rate for 620819? Tariff rates must be inquired based on the destination country and trade agreements. Chinese exporters can consult the Chinese Customs' "Import and Export Tariff", or inquire through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Importing country rates must be inquired on that country's customs website. Note that rates may change; it is recommended to use the latest official data. What is the difference between 620819 and 620811? Both are woven women's briefs; the difference lies in the material: 620811 is of man-made fibres, 620819 is of other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.). Accurate material composition must be provided when declaring. If the briefs are knitted, which code should they be classified under? Knitted or crocheted women's briefs should be classified under Chapter 61, specifically under 6108. For example, cotton knitted women's briefs are classified under 610821. What are the declaration elements for women's briefs? The main declaration elements include: product name, brand type, export preference status, material, weaving method, style, brand, item number, etc. The specific requirements are subject to the latest customs requirements. How to determine whether briefs are woven or knitted? Woven fabrics are made by interlacing warp and weft yarns, with a tight structure, usually inelastic (unless spandex is added); knitted fabrics are made by interlooping yarns, elastic, and prone to curling. You can check the fabric texture or perform a stretch test. Does 620819 include girls' briefs? Yes, heading 6208 includes women's and girls' briefs. However, if they are babies' briefs (usually referring to height 86cm and below), they should be classified under 6209. If the briefs contain a blend of man-made fibres and cotton, how should they be classified? According to the General Rules for HS classification, classification should be based on the predominant material. If man-made fibres have the highest content, classify under 620811; if other textile materials (such as cotton) have the highest content, classify under 620819. Accurate composition ratios must be provided. What are the export regulatory conditions for 620819? Export regulatory conditions vary by country. Chinese exports usually have no special regulatory conditions, but must comply with quality and safety standards. Specifics can be inquired through Chinese Customs' regulatory condition codes.
Q: How to inquire about the tariff rate for 620819?
A: Tariff rates must be inquired based on the destination country and trade agreements. Chinese exporters can consult the Chinese Customs' "Import and Export Tariff", or inquire through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Importing country rates must be inquired on that country's customs website. Note that rates may change; it is recommended to use the latest official data.
Q: What is the difference between 620819 and 620811?
A: Both are woven women's briefs; the difference lies in the material: 620811 is of man-made fibres, 620819 is of other textile materials (such as cotton, silk, wool, etc.). Accurate material composition must be provided when declaring.
Q: If the briefs are knitted, which code should they be classified under?
A: Knitted or crocheted women's briefs should be classified under Chapter 61, specifically under 6108. For example, cotton knitted women's briefs are classified under 610821.
Q: What are the declaration elements for women's briefs?
A: The main declaration elements include: product name, brand type, export preference status, material, weaving method, style, brand, item number, etc. The specific requirements are subject to the latest customs requirements.
Q: How to determine whether briefs are woven or knitted?
A: Woven fabrics are made by interlacing warp and weft yarns, with a tight structure, usually inelastic (unless spandex is added); knitted fabrics are made by interlooping yarns, elastic, and prone to curling. You can check the fabric texture or perform a stretch test.
Q: Does 620819 include girls' briefs?
A: Yes, heading 6208 includes women's and girls' briefs. However, if they are babies' briefs (usually referring to height 86cm and below), they should be classified under 6209.
Q: If the briefs contain a blend of man-made fibres and cotton, how should they be classified?
A: According to the General Rules for HS classification, classification should be based on the predominant material. If man-made fibres have the highest content, classify under 620811; if other textile materials (such as cotton) have the highest content, classify under 620819. Accurate composition ratios must be provided.
Q: What are the export regulatory conditions for 620819?
A: Export regulatory conditions vary by country. Chinese exports usually have no special regulatory conditions, but must comply with quality and safety standards. Specifics can be inquired through Chinese Customs' regulatory condition codes.
⚠️ 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.