About HS Code 611529
This HS code is a residual category for knitted or crocheted panty hose and tights made from textile materials other than synthetic fibers, and excluding graduated compression hosiery. This encompasses hosiery made from natural fibers like cotton, wool, silk, or blends where these non-synthetic fibers are predominant. Trade in these products often caters to specific consumer preferences for natural materials, comfort, breathability, or luxury. Importers typically include countries with a demand for high-quality, natural fiber apparel, such as European nations, the US, and Japan. Exporters can be countries with strong natural fiber production and processing capabilities, or those specializing in premium textile manufacturing, like Italy, China (for silk/cotton), and Peru (for alpaca wool). The key for classification is the product type (panty hose/tights) and the fiber composition being non-synthetic, ensuring it doesn't fit the more specific synthetic hosiery codes or medical compression hosiery.
Products Under This Code
Cotton tights, Wool blend pantyhose, Silk tights, Cashmere tights, Bamboo fiber tights, Merino wool tights, Linen blend tights
Real World Examples
Smartwool Merino Wool Tights, Falke Cotton Touch Tights, John Lewis & Partners Cashmere Blend Tights, Uniqlo Heattech Cotton Blend Tights, Cosy House Collection Bamboo Tights
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 611521 and 611522 because it specifically excludes synthetic fibers, focusing on natural or other textile materials. Misclassification can occur if the fiber composition is not accurately identified, leading to incorrect classification under synthetic hosiery.
Products Classified Under 6115.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers include the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom, while China, Italy, and Peru are significant exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 611529?
HS code 611529 covers: Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted. This HS code is a residual category for knitted or crocheted panty hose and tights made from textile materials other than synthetic fibers, and excluding graduated compression hosiery. This encompasses hosiery made from natural fibers like cotton, wool, silk, or blends where these non-synthetic fibers are predominant. Trade in these products often caters to specific consumer preferences for natural materials, comfort, breathability, or luxury. Importers typically include countries with a demand for high-quality, natural fiber apparel, such as European nations, the US, and Japan. Exporters can be countries with strong natural fiber production and processing capabilities, or those specializing in premium textile manufacturing, like Italy, China (for silk/cotton), and Peru (for alpaca wool). The key for classification is the product type (panty hose/tights) and the fiber composition being non-synthetic, ensuring it doesn't fit the more specific synthetic hosiery codes or medical compression hosiery.
What products fall under HS code 611529?
Cotton tights, Wool blend pantyhose, Silk tights, Cashmere tights, Bamboo fiber tights, Merino wool tights, Linen blend tights
What are common misclassifications for HS code 611529?
This code is distinct from 611521 and 611522 because it specifically excludes synthetic fibers, focusing on natural or other textile materials. Misclassification can occur if the fiber composition is not accurately identified, leading to incorrect classification under synthetic hosiery.
How is HS code 611529 structured?
HS code 611529 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (61) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.