HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 6006.21 – Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached

HS code 6006.21 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached. It is used for unbleached cotton jersey, bleached cotton interlock, raw cotton rib knit, bleached cotton fleece and grey cotton single jersey.

What HS 6006.21 covers

HS 600621 covers unbleached or bleached knitted or crocheted fabrics made from cotton, excluding those of headings 60.01 to 60.04. These are fundamental raw materials in the global textile trade, forming the basis for a vast array of everyday apparel and home textiles. Importers typically include large-scale apparel manufacturers, textile converters, and producers of basic garments like t-shirts, underwear, and casual wear. Exporters are predominantly countries with robust cotton cultivation and textile manufacturing infrastructures. Key aspects of trade include the quality of raw cotton, yarn count, fabric weight, and the degree of processing (unbleached 'grey' fabric versus bleached). The sheer volume and commodity nature of these fabrics mean that supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness are paramount.

Covers
  • Unbleached cotton jersey
  • Bleached cotton interlock
  • Raw cotton rib knit
  • Bleached cotton fleece
  • Grey cotton single jersey
  • Bleached cotton pique
  • Unbleached cotton terry knit
Examples
  • Gildan (fabric for basic tees)
  • Hanes (underwear fabric)
  • Fruit of the Loom (fabric for basics)
  • Alok Industries (textile manufacturer)
  • Arvind Ltd. (textile manufacturer)

Codes often confused with 6006.21

Common mistake. Often confused with 5208 (woven cotton fabrics, unbleached or bleached) or 6004 (knitted or crocheted pile fabrics of cotton), due to the critical distinction between knitting/weaving and specific fabric structures.

52.08Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m260.04Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread

Top exporters and importers of HS code 600621, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 600621 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $164M
  2. 2 Türkiye $58M
  3. 3 India $55M

World total: $525M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$86M
  2. 2 United States $40M
  3. 3 Indonesia $31M

World total: $469M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 6006.21

Brazil does not split HS 6006.21: its NCM code is 6006.21.00.

  1. 6006.21.00 Other cotton knits, unbleached or bleachedCrus ou branqueados

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 60.06 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 6006.21

What is HS code 600621?

HS code 600621 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached. HS 600621 covers unbleached or bleached knitted or crocheted fabrics made from cotton, excluding those of headings 60.01 to 60.04. These are fundamental raw materials in the global textile trade, forming the basis for a vast array of everyday apparel and home textiles. Importers typically include large-scale apparel manufacturers, textile converters, and producers of basic garments like t-shirts, underwear, and casual wear. Exporters are predominantly countries with robust cotton cultivation and textile manufacturing infrastructures. Key aspects of trade include the quality of raw cotton, yarn count, fabric weight, and the degree of processing (unbleached 'grey' fabric versus bleached). The sheer volume and commodity nature of these fabrics mean that supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness are paramount.

What products fall under HS code 600621?

Unbleached cotton jersey, Bleached cotton interlock, Raw cotton rib knit, Bleached cotton fleece, Grey cotton single jersey, Bleached cotton pique, Unbleached cotton terry knit

What are common misclassifications for HS code 600621?

Often confused with 5208 (woven cotton fabrics, unbleached or bleached) or 6004 (knitted or crocheted pile fabrics of cotton), due to the critical distinction between knitting/weaving and specific fabric structures.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 600621?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 600621 in UN Comtrade data were China ($164M, 31% of world exports), Türkiye ($58M) and India ($55M). World exports came to about $525M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 600621?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 600621 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $86M, 18% of world imports), the United States ($40M) and Indonesia ($31M). World imports came to about $469M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 600621 structured?

HS code 600621 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (60) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 600621?

In Brazil, HS code 600621 is NCM 6006.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.