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, pajamas, underwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) as well as quilted products, leather garments, etc. Within the chapter, headings are subdivided by garment type and gender, such as 6208 for women's underwear and pajamas. Heading 6208 covers women's or girls' shirts, underwear, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, but excludes knitted or crocheted products. It is further subdivided by material: cotton (620821/620829), man-made fibers (620822/620829), other textile materials, etc. This heading specifically refers to non-knitted woven women's pajamas and similar indoor clothing. First 2 digits 62: Chapter 62, garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. Digits 3-4, 08: Heading 6208, women's or girls' shirts, underwear, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. Digits 5-6, 22: Subheading 620822, women's pajamas of man-made fibers. The "22" is the subheading sequence number, representing man-made fibers. Note: 620821 is of cotton, 620829 is of other textile materials. The product is women's pajamas of man-made fibers, not knitted, so it is classified under Chapter 62; women's pajamas fall under heading 6208; the material is man-made fibers, so it is classified under 620822. If knitted, it should be classified under Chapter 61 (e.g., 610832); if of cotton, under 620821; if of other textile materials, under 620829.
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, pajamas, underwear, etc., but excludes knitted or crocheted garments (Chapter 61) as well as quilted products, leather garments, etc. Within the chapter, headings are subdivided by garment type and gender, such as 6208 for women's underwear and pajamas.
Heading
Heading 6208 covers women's or girls' shirts, underwear, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, but excludes knitted or crocheted products. It is further subdivided by material: cotton (620821/620829), man-made fibers (620822/620829), other textile materials, etc. This heading specifically refers to non-knitted woven women's pajamas and similar indoor clothing.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 62: Chapter 62, garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. Digits 3-4, 08: Heading 6208, women's or girls' shirts, underwear, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. Digits 5-6, 22: Subheading 620822, women's pajamas of man-made fibers. The "22" is the subheading sequence number, representing man-made fibers. Note: 620821 is of cotton, 620829 is of other textile materials.
Classification Basis
The product is women's pajamas of man-made fibers, not knitted, so it is classified under Chapter 62; women's pajamas fall under heading 6208; the material is man-made fibers, so it is classified under 620822. If knitted, it should be classified under Chapter 61 (e.g., 610832); if of cotton, under 620821; if of other textile materials, under 620829.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as "women's pajamas of man-made fibers" or "women's pajamas (of man-made fibers)". Material: Detailed description of fabric composition, such as "100% polyester" or "95% polyester 5% spandex", which must be consistent with the test report. Weaving Method: Indicate "woven" or "non-knitted" to distinguish from knitted pajamas of Chapter 61. Brand: Declare the brand name (if no brand, fill in "unbranded"), which must be consistent with the actual product or authorization documents. Style: Describe the specific style of the pajamas, such as "two-piece", "one-piece", "nightdress", etc. Gender: Clearly indicate "women's" or "girls'", corresponding to heading 6208. Packaging Specifications: Indicate whether each piece is individually packaged or packaged as a set, and the quantity per carton. Product Name: Women's pajamas of man-made fibers; Material: 100% polyester; Weaving Method: woven; Brand: unbranded; Style: two-piece long-sleeve long-pants; Gender: women's; Packaging Specifications: each piece individually packaged in a plastic bag, 20 pieces per carton. Mistakenly declaring man-made fibers as cotton, resulting in incorrect code 620821. Mistakenly declaring woven pajamas as knitted, incorrectly classified under Chapter 61. Ignoring gender, declaring women's pajamas as men's, classified under 6207.
Product Name
The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as "women's pajamas of man-made fibers" or "women's pajamas (of man-made fibers)".
⚠️ Writing only "pajamas" without specifying material and gender, or mistakenly writing "nightgown" or "loungewear".
Material
Detailed description of fabric composition, such as "100% polyester" or "95% polyester 5% spandex", which must be consistent with the test report.
⚠️ Vaguely writing "man-made fiber" without specifying the exact type, or confusing "artificial fiber" with "synthetic fiber".
Weaving Method
Indicate "woven" or "non-knitted" to distinguish from knitted pajamas of Chapter 61.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring woven as knitted, resulting in incorrect classification under Chapter 61.
Brand
Declare the brand name (if no brand, fill in "unbranded"), which must be consistent with the actual product or authorization documents.
⚠️ False brand declaration or confusion with goods at risk of infringement.
Style
Describe the specific style of the pajamas, such as "two-piece", "one-piece", "nightdress", etc.
⚠️ Unclear style description, making it impossible to determine whether it belongs to pajamas.
Gender
Clearly indicate "women's" or "girls'", corresponding to heading 6208.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring as men's or unisex, resulting in classification under heading 6207, etc.
Packaging Specifications
Indicate whether each piece is individually packaged or packaged as a set, and the quantity per carton.
⚠️ Packaging specifications inconsistent with the declaration, affecting inspection.
Example： Product Name: Women's pajamas of man-made fibers; Material: 100% polyester; Weaving Method: woven; Brand: unbranded; Style: two-piece long-sleeve long-pants; Gender: women's; Packaging Specifications: each piece individually packaged in a plastic bag, 20 pieces per carton.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly declaring man-made fibers as cotton, resulting in incorrect code 620821.
Mistakenly declaring woven pajamas as knitted, incorrectly classified under Chapter 61.
Ignoring gender, declaring women's pajamas as men's, classified under 6207.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) Weaving method: must be non-knitted or non-crocheted, i.e., woven; 2) Garment type: women's pajamas, bathrobes and other indoor clothing; 3) Material: man-made fibers. At the same time, it is necessary to verify whether it is knitted (Chapter 61) or cotton (620821) or other textile materials (620829). 610832 Women's knitted pajamas of man-made fibers: Knitted or crocheted, classified under Chapter 61; 620822 is woven, classified under Chapter 62. 620821 Women's pajamas of cotton: Material is cotton, not man-made fibers; 620822 is of man-made fibers. 620829 Women's pajamas of other textile materials: Material is textile materials other than cotton and man-made fibers, such as silk, wool, etc. 620892 Women's bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. of man-made fibers: 620892 is women's bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles of man-made fibers, but pajamas are usually classified under 620822 and need to be distinguished by style. Is it woven (non-knitted)? Is it women's (not men's)? Is it pajamas (not shirts or underwear)? Is the material man-made fibers? Is it consistent with the declaration elements?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) Weaving method: must be non-knitted or non-crocheted, i.e., woven; 2) Garment type: women's pajamas, bathrobes and other indoor clothing; 3) Material: man-made fibers. At the same time, it is necessary to verify whether it is knitted (Chapter 61) or cotton (620821) or other textile materials (620829).
Confused Codes：
610832 - Women's knitted pajamas of man-made fibers
Knitted or crocheted, classified under Chapter 61; 620822 is woven, classified under Chapter 62.
620821 - Women's pajamas of cotton
Material is cotton, not man-made fibers; 620822 is of man-made fibers.
620829 - Women's pajamas of other textile materials
Material is textile materials other than cotton and man-made fibers, such as silk, wool, etc.
620892 - Women's bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. of man-made fibers
620892 is women's bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles of man-made fibers, but pajamas are usually classified under 620822 and need to be distinguished by style.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it woven (non-knitted)?
✓ Is it women's (not men's)?
✓ Is it pajamas (not shirts or underwear)?
✓ Is the material man-made fibers?
✓ Is it consistent with the declaration elements?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether pajamas are knitted or woven? Check the fabric structure: knitted fabric is formed by interlocking loops, has elasticity, and easily unravels; woven fabric is interwoven with warp and weft yarns, has a stable structure, and no elasticity. You can also check the wash label or ask the supplier. If knitted, it should be classified under Chapter 61 (e.g., 610832). What is the difference in classification between women's pajamas of man-made fibers and women's bathrobes of man-made fibers? Both may be classified under 6208, but under different subheadings: pajamas are usually classified under 620822, while bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. are classified under 620892. The main difference lies in style and use: pajamas are worn for sleeping, while bathrobes are worn after bathing or for leisure at home. Declaration should be based on the actual style. If the pajamas contain a small amount of cotton, how should they be classified? According to the General Rules for HS Classification, classification should be based on the predominant material. If the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is usually classified as man-made fibers under 620822; if the cotton content exceeds 50%, it is classified under 620821. It is recommended to provide a composition test report. Are girls' pajamas also classified under 620822? Yes, heading 6208 covers women's and girls' pajamas. However, if they are infants' garments (generally referring to height 86 cm and below), they should be classified under 6111 or 6209. Judgment should be based on size and style. How should the brand be filled in during declaration? Declare the brand name truthfully; if unbranded, fill in "unbranded". If it is a licensed brand, an authorization letter must be provided. Be careful to avoid infringement, as customs will verify intellectual property records. What is the export tax rebate rate for 620822? The export tax rebate rate is subject to adjustment according to national policies. It is recommended to check the latest rebate rate through the official website of the State Taxation Administration or the General Administration of Customs, or consult a professional customs broker. How should pajama sets be classified? If the set consists of a top and pants, and both meet the characteristics of pajamas, it is usually classified as a whole set based on the predominant material. If the top and bottom are of different materials, they must be classified separately. How to check the regulatory conditions for 620822? You can check the regulatory conditions through the General Administration of Customs' "Import and Export Tariff" or the "Single Window", such as whether commodity inspection, licenses, etc. are required. You can also consult the local customs.
Q: How to determine whether pajamas are knitted or woven?
A: Check the fabric structure: knitted fabric is formed by interlocking loops, has elasticity, and easily unravels; woven fabric is interwoven with warp and weft yarns, has a stable structure, and no elasticity. You can also check the wash label or ask the supplier. If knitted, it should be classified under Chapter 61 (e.g., 610832).
Q: What is the difference in classification between women's pajamas of man-made fibers and women's bathrobes of man-made fibers?
A: Both may be classified under 6208, but under different subheadings: pajamas are usually classified under 620822, while bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. are classified under 620892. The main difference lies in style and use: pajamas are worn for sleeping, while bathrobes are worn after bathing or for leisure at home. Declaration should be based on the actual style.
Q: If the pajamas contain a small amount of cotton, how should they be classified?
A: According to the General Rules for HS Classification, classification should be based on the predominant material. If the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it is usually classified as man-made fibers under 620822; if the cotton content exceeds 50%, it is classified under 620821. It is recommended to provide a composition test report.
Q: Are girls' pajamas also classified under 620822?
A: Yes, heading 6208 covers women's and girls' pajamas. However, if they are infants' garments (generally referring to height 86 cm and below), they should be classified under 6111 or 6209. Judgment should be based on size and style.
Q: How should the brand be filled in during declaration?
A: Declare the brand name truthfully; if unbranded, fill in "unbranded". If it is a licensed brand, an authorization letter must be provided. Be careful to avoid infringement, as customs will verify intellectual property records.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 620822?
A: The export tax rebate rate is subject to adjustment according to national policies. It is recommended to check the latest rebate rate through the official website of the State Taxation Administration or the General Administration of Customs, or consult a professional customs broker.
Q: How should pajama sets be classified?
A: If the set consists of a top and pants, and both meet the characteristics of pajamas, it is usually classified as a whole set based on the predominant material. If the top and bottom are of different materials, they must be classified separately.
Q: How to check the regulatory conditions for 620822?
A: You can check the regulatory conditions through the General Administration of Customs' "Import and Export Tariff" or the "Single Window", such as whether commodity inspection, licenses, etc. are required. You can also consult the local customs.
⚠️ 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.