Chapter 62 covers garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, i.e., garments made of woven fabric. This chapter includes men's, women's and children's overcoats, suits, shirts, underwear, nightwear, bathrobes, etc., but knitted or crocheted garments are classified in Chapter 61. Chapter 62 also includes brassieres, girdles, corsets and similar articles, as well as gloves, ties, etc. The key distinction lies in the method of construction: made of woven fabric falls under this chapter, while knitted falls under Chapter 61. Heading 6208 covers women's or girls' singlets and other vests, slips, petticoats, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, but excludes knitted or crocheted articles of the same kind (classified in 6108). Articles under this heading are usually worn next to the skin or as loungewear, and may be made of cotton, man-made fibres, silk, wool, etc. Bathrobes, dressing gowns, etc. belong to the category of loungewear and must be distinguished from nightdresses and underwear. First 2 digits 62: Chapter 62, garments and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted. Digits 3-4 08: Heading 6208, women's or girls' singlets and other vests, slips, petticoats, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles. Digits 5-6 91: Subheading 620891, women's or girls' bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles of cotton. The 5th digit 9 indicates the subheading level, and the 6th digit 1 indicates cotton. The complete code 620891 refers to women's cotton bathrobes, i.e., women's bathrobes made of woven cotton fabric, excluding knitted or crocheted bathrobes (classified in 610891). The product is a women's bathrobe made of woven cotton fabric, which falls within the scope of Chapter 62 for non-knitted garments. Heading 6208 explicitly includes bathrobes, and the material is cotton, so it is classified under subheading 620891. If it were a knitted cotton bathrobe, it would be classified under 610891; if it were a woven women's bathrobe of man-made fibres, it would be classified under 620893; if it were a men's bathrobe, it would be classified under 620791 or 620799. Therefore, gender, method of construction and material are the key factors determining classification.

Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity shall be accurately described as "women's bathrobes of cotton" or "women's cotton bathrobes", avoiding confusing names such as "bath gown" or "nightwear". Method of Construction: Clearly declare as "woven" or "woven fabric" to distinguish from knitted or crocheted. This is a key element for classification under Chapter 62. Material Composition: Declare the specific composition and content of the fabric, such as "100% cotton" or "85% cotton 15% polyester". The cotton content determines the subheading; if the cotton content is less than 50%, it may be classified under other subheadings. Brand: Declare the brand name of the commodity (if no brand, fill in "no brand"), used for customs intellectual property protection and statistics. Item Number: Declare the item number designated by the manufacturer or exporter for identification and traceability. Gender: Clearly declare as "women's" or "girls'" to distinguish from men's or unisex bathrobes. Style: Describe the specific style of the bathrobe, such as "long sleeves, belt, knee-length", to assist in determining whether it falls within the scope of bathrobes. Packaging Specifications: Declare the packaging method for each item, such as "individually packed in plastic bags" or "packed in cartons", and the quantity per carton. Product Name: Women's cotton bathrobe; Method of Construction: Woven; Material Composition: 100% cotton; Brand: No brand; Item Number: BR2024-01; Gender: Women's; Style: Long sleeves, belt, knee-length; Packaging Specifications: Each piece individually packed in plastic bag, 20 pieces per carton. Misdeclaring a woven bathrobe as knitted, leading to incorrect classification under Chapter 61. Material composition only declared as "cotton" without specific percentages, which may affect subheading determination. Confusing bathrobe with nightwear; although both fall under 6208, they have different subheadings and must be accurately distinguished.

The core basis for classification is: 1) Method of construction: must be woven (woven fabric); knitted or crocheted falls under Chapter 61; 2) Gender: women's or girls'; men's falls under 6207; 3) Article: bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, must be distinguished from nightwear and underwear; 4) Material: cotton; if man-made fibres, classified under 620893; if silk, classified under 620899, etc. Also refer to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System for the definition of bathrobes, which are usually loose robes worn after bathing or as loungewear. 610891 Knitted cotton women's bathrobes: Different method of construction: 610891 is knitted or crocheted, 620891 is woven. Can be judged by fabric texture and elasticity. 620893 Women's bathrobes of man-made fibres: Different material: 620893 is of man-made fibres, 620891 is of cotton. Determined by fabric composition percentages. 620892 Women's bathrobes of artificial fibres: Different material: 620892 is of artificial fibres, such as viscose, while 620891 is of cotton. 620799 Men's bathrobes of other materials: Different gender: 620799 is men's or boys' bathrobes, 620891 is women's or girls' bathrobes. 620821 Cotton women's nightdresses: Different heading: 620821 is nightdresses, 620891 is bathrobes. Bathrobes are usually looser, worn after bathing; nightdresses are for sleeping. Is it woven fabric? Is it for women or girls? Is it a bathrobe or dressing gown? Is cotton the highest content? Is it distinguished from nightwear?

How to determine whether a bathrobe is woven or knitted? Observe the fabric structure: woven fabric is made by interlacing warp and weft yarns, with a flat texture and low elasticity; knitted fabric is made by interlooping yarns, with elasticity and a V-shaped texture. You can also check the care label or ask the manufacturer. If knitted, it should be classified under 610891. How to distinguish cotton women's bathrobes from cotton women's nightdresses? Bathrobes are usually loose robes worn after bathing or as loungewear, often with a belt, knee-length or longer; nightdresses are worn for sleeping, with various styles including two-piece or one-piece. Both belong to 6208, but different subheadings: bathrobes are 620891, nightdresses are 620821. Accurate description of style and use is required for declaration. If a bathrobe contains 50% cotton and 50% polyester, which code should it be classified under? According to HS classification rules, if cotton and man-made fibre contents are equal, it is usually classified under the man-made fibre subheading 620893 according to the latter-the-better rule. However, specific composition must be confirmed; if cotton content exceeds 50%, it remains under 620891. It is recommended to provide an accurate composition test report. Which code do men's cotton bathrobes fall under? Men's cotton bathrobes should be classified under 620791 (men's or boys' bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles of cotton). Note that 6207 is for men's, 6208 is for women's, do not confuse. Is there a difference in classification between bathrobes and dressing gowns? In the HS, bathrobes and dressing gowns are usually classified under the same subheading, e.g., 620891 includes women's or girls' bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles of cotton. However, it must be ensured that the product meets the characteristics of bathrobes or dressing gowns, not other garments. How to check the tariff rate for 620891? It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreements, and annual adjustments; it is recommended to use the latest official data. Also note whether preferential rates apply. How to fill in the brand for declaration? If the product has a brand, declare the brand name (e.g., "XX"); if no brand, fill in "no brand". The brand must be consistent with the actual product and invoice to avoid infringement risks. If OEM, can declare "no brand" or as per customer requirements. Does the packaging specification of bathrobes affect classification? Packaging specifications do not affect HS classification, but affect the declaration elements and customs inspection. Truthfully declare the packaging method and quantity, such as "individually packed in plastic bags, 20 pieces per carton".