HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6211.11 – Swimwear; men's or boys', (not knitted or crocheted)
HS code 6211.11 is the 6-digit subheading for swimwear, men's or boys', (not knitted or crocheted). It is used for men's woven board shorts, boys' woven swim trunks, men's woven jammers, boys' woven rash guards (if woven) and men's woven swim briefs.
What HS 6211.11 covers
This HS code covers men's or boys' swimwear that is not knitted or crocheted, meaning it is typically made from woven fabrics such as polyester, nylon, or blends. This category is a significant part of the global apparel trade, driven by seasonal demand and fashion trends. These woven swim garments are valued for their quick-drying properties, durability, and often, their resistance to chlorine and UV radiation. Major importers are countries with warm climates, popular tourist destinations, or strong retail markets for seasonal wear, including the United States, Australia, and European coastal nations. Exporters are predominantly countries with robust textile manufacturing, particularly in Asia, such as China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Trade is influenced by design innovation, material technology, and compliance with international safety and quality standards. The 'not knitted or crocheted' distinction is fundamental for correct classification.
- Covers
- Men's woven board shorts
- Boys' woven swim trunks
- Men's woven jammers
- Boys' woven rash guards (if woven)
- Men's woven swim briefs
- Men's woven swim shorts
- Examples
- Hurley board shorts
- Billabong swim trunks
- Speedo woven jammers
- Quiksilver board shorts
Codes often confused with 6211.11
Common mistake. The primary confusion is with 611211 (men's/boys' knitted or crocheted swimwear), making the 'not knitted or crocheted' distinction crucial for accurate classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 621111, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 621111 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% of world imports. Bangladesh did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 0.7% of its exports here ($778K, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $123M 14% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$123M 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Vietnam* ~$102M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
Bangladesh did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 0.7% of its exports here ($778K, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $864M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $188M 22% of world imports
- 2 Italy $72M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $62M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $845M 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 6211.11
Brazil does not split HS 6211.11: its NCM code is 6211.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6211.11
What is HS code 621111?
HS code 621111 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Swimwear; men's or boys', (not knitted or crocheted). This HS code covers men's or boys' swimwear that is not knitted or crocheted, meaning it is typically made from woven fabrics such as polyester, nylon, or blends. This category is a significant part of the global apparel trade, driven by seasonal demand and fashion trends. These woven swim garments are valued for their quick-drying properties, durability, and often, their resistance to chlorine and UV radiation. Major importers are countries with warm climates, popular tourist destinations, or strong retail markets for seasonal wear, including the United States, Australia, and European coastal nations. Exporters are predominantly countries with robust textile manufacturing, particularly in Asia, such as China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Trade is influenced by design innovation, material technology, and compliance with international safety and quality standards. The 'not knitted or crocheted' distinction is fundamental for correct classification.
What products fall under HS code 621111?
Men's woven board shorts, boys' woven swim trunks, men's woven jammers, boys' woven rash guards (if woven), men's woven swim briefs, men's woven swim shorts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621111?
The primary confusion is with 611211 (men's/boys' knitted or crocheted swimwear), making the 'not knitted or crocheted' distinction crucial for accurate classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 621111?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 621111 in UN Comtrade data were China ($123M, 14% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $123M) and Vietnam (about $102M). World exports came to about $864M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Bangladesh did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 0.7% of its exports here ($778K, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 621111?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 621111 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($188M, 22% of world imports), Italy ($72M) and Germany ($62M). World imports came to about $845M, 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 621111 structured?
HS code 621111 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 621111?
In Brazil, HS code 621111 is NCM 6211.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.