HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6114.90 – Garments; of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61
HS code 6114.90 is the 6-digit subheading for garments, of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61. It is used for wool knit vests, silk knit skirts, linen knit shorts, cashmere knit cardigans and alpaca knit tunics.
What HS 6114.90 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for knitted or crocheted garments made from textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers, which are not specified elsewhere in Chapter 61. This includes items crafted from natural fibers like wool, silk, linen, or blends where these non-cotton/non-man-made fibers are predominant. Trade in these goods often caters to niche markets, luxury segments, or specific functional requirements, given the unique properties and often higher cost of these materials. Importers typically include countries with high disposable income and a demand for premium or specialized apparel, such as European nations, the US, and Japan. Exporters can range from countries known for specific fiber production (e.g., Australia for wool, China for silk) to those with skilled artisanal textile industries. Accurate classification requires careful attention to the predominant fiber composition and ensuring the garment does not fit a more specific heading within Chapter 61.
- Covers
- Wool knit vests
- Silk knit skirts
- Linen knit shorts
- Cashmere knit cardigans
- Alpaca knit tunics
- Hemp knit dresses
- Ramie knit jumpsuits
- Examples
- Eileen Fisher Linen Knit Dress
- Loro Piana Cashmere Knit Cardigan
- Patagonia Wool Knit Vest (if not specific outdoor wear)
- J.Crew Silk Knit Skirt
- Anthropologie Hemp Knit Tunic
Codes often confused with 6114.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 6103 or 6104 if the garment is a suit, dress, or similar item made of these fibers, or with 6110 (sweaters, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats, etc.) if it fits that description. It's crucial to verify that the primary fiber is neither cotton nor man-made.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 611490, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 611490 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Kazakhstan, with 23% of world imports. Germany reports $1.3B of its chapter 61 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$259M 20% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Italy $217M 17% of world exports
- 3 India $124M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Kazakhstan $259M 23% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $118M 10% of world imports
- 3 United States $92M 8.0% of world imports
Germany reports $1.3B of its chapter 61 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for 6114.90 2
Brazil splits HS 6114.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6114.90.10 Other knitted wool or fine animal hair garmentsDe lã ou de pelos finos
- 6114.90.90 Other knitted garments of other textilesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 61.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6114.90
What is HS code 611490?
HS code 611490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Garments; of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61. This HS code serves as a residual category for knitted or crocheted garments made from textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers, which are not specified elsewhere in Chapter 61. This includes items crafted from natural fibers like wool, silk, linen, or blends where these non-cotton/non-man-made fibers are predominant. Trade in these goods often caters to niche markets, luxury segments, or specific functional requirements, given the unique properties and often higher cost of these materials. Importers typically include countries with high disposable income and a demand for premium or specialized apparel, such as European nations, the US, and Japan. Exporters can range from countries known for specific fiber production (e.g., Australia for wool, China for silk) to those with skilled artisanal textile industries. Accurate classification requires careful attention to the predominant fiber composition and ensuring the garment does not fit a more specific heading within Chapter 61.
What products fall under HS code 611490?
Wool knit vests, Silk knit skirts, Linen knit shorts, Cashmere knit cardigans, Alpaca knit tunics, Hemp knit dresses, Ramie knit jumpsuits
What are common misclassifications for HS code 611490?
This code can be confused with 6103 or 6104 if the garment is a suit, dress, or similar item made of these fibers, or with 6110 (sweaters, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats, etc.) if it fits that description. It's crucial to verify that the primary fiber is neither cotton nor man-made.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 611490?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 611490 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $259M, 20% of world exports), Italy ($217M) and India ($124M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 611490?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 611490 in UN Comtrade data were Kazakhstan ($259M, 23% of world imports), Singapore ($118M) and the United States ($92M). World imports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Germany reports $1.3B of its chapter 61 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 611490 structured?
HS code 611490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (61) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 611490?
Brazil splits HS code 611490 into 2 NCM codes: 6114.90.10 (Other knitted wool or fine animal hair garments), 6114.90.90 (Other knitted garments of other textiles). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.