HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6204.62 – Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
HS code 6204.62 is the 6-digit subheading for trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). It is used for denim jeans, cotton chinos, cargo shorts, cotton overalls and twill trousers.
What HS 6204.62 covers
This category encompasses women's and girls' trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts made from cotton, excluding knitted or crocheted variants. Cotton garments are a cornerstone of the global apparel trade due to their comfort, breathability, and versatility, suitable for casual, work, and even semi-formal wear. Major importers include large retail chains, department stores, and e-commerce giants across North America, Europe, and Asia, catering to mass-market demand. Exporting powerhouses are typically countries with robust textile manufacturing capabilities and access to cotton supplies, such as China, Bangladesh, Vietnam, and India. Key aspects of international trade involve managing fluctuating cotton prices, ensuring compliance with labor standards in manufacturing, and navigating complex tariff structures. The market is highly competitive, driven by seasonal fashion trends, consumer preferences for sustainable cotton, and the constant evolution of denim and other cotton fabric treatments.
- Covers
- Denim jeans
- Cotton chinos
- Cargo shorts
- Cotton overalls
- Twill trousers
- Corduroy breeches
- Cotton capris
- Denim shorts
- Examples
- Levi's 501 jeans
- Gap cotton chinos
- H&M denim shorts
- Zara cotton cargo trousers
- Old Navy denim overalls
Codes often confused with 6204.62
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 620463 (synthetic trousers) or 610462 (knitted cotton trousers), where the fiber type and manufacturing method are crucial for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 620462, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 620462 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 China $6.5B 27% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$4.2B 18% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Cambodia* ~$1.3B 5.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $24.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.1B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Spain $1.7B 8.6% of world imports
World total: $20.4B 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 6204.62
Brazil does not split HS 6204.62: its NCM code is 6204.62.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6204.62
What is HS code 620462?
HS code 620462 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This category encompasses women's and girls' trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts made from cotton, excluding knitted or crocheted variants. Cotton garments are a cornerstone of the global apparel trade due to their comfort, breathability, and versatility, suitable for casual, work, and even semi-formal wear. Major importers include large retail chains, department stores, and e-commerce giants across North America, Europe, and Asia, catering to mass-market demand. Exporting powerhouses are typically countries with robust textile manufacturing capabilities and access to cotton supplies, such as China, Bangladesh, Vietnam, and India. Key aspects of international trade involve managing fluctuating cotton prices, ensuring compliance with labor standards in manufacturing, and navigating complex tariff structures. The market is highly competitive, driven by seasonal fashion trends, consumer preferences for sustainable cotton, and the constant evolution of denim and other cotton fabric treatments.
What products fall under HS code 620462?
Denim jeans, cotton chinos, cargo shorts, cotton overalls, twill trousers, corduroy breeches, cotton capris, denim shorts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 620462?
This code can be confused with 620463 (synthetic trousers) or 610462 (knitted cotton trousers), where the fiber type and manufacturing method are crucial for correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 620462?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 620462 in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.5B, 27% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $4.2B) and Cambodia (about $1.3B). World exports came to about $24.1B, 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 620462?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 620462 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.1B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($1.9B) and Spain ($1.7B). World imports came to about $20.4B, 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 620462 structured?
HS code 620462 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (62) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 620462?
In Brazil, HS code 620462 is NCM 6204.62.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.