HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6212.10 – Brassieres; whether or not knitted or crocheted
HS code 6212.10 is the 6-digit subheading for brassieres, whether or not knitted or crocheted. It is used for underwire bras, push-up bras, sports bras, bralettes and strapless bras.
What HS 6212.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers all types of brassieres, irrespective of their manufacturing method – whether knitted, crocheted, or made from woven fabrics. It represents a significant segment of the global apparel trade, driven by evolving fashion trends, diverse consumer preferences for comfort and support, and functional requirements. Major importers are typically countries with large female populations and robust consumer markets, such as the USA, Germany, and the UK. Exporters are often nations with well-established lingerie manufacturing industries, including China, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka. Key aspects influencing trade include material composition (e.g., lace, cotton, synthetics), design variations (e.g., underwire, padded, sports, bralettes), and the complexities of global sizing standards and fit.
- Covers
- Underwire bras
- Push-up bras
- Sports bras
- Bralettes
- Strapless bras
- Nursing bras
- Minimizer bras
- Full-coverage bras
- T-shirt bras.
- Examples
- Victoria's Secret T-Shirt Bra
- Soma Vanishing Back Bra
- ThirdLove 24/7 Classic T-Shirt Bra
- Wacoal Awareness Bra
- Calvin Klein Modern Cotton Bralette.
Codes often confused with 6212.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 6212.90 (other corsets, suspender belts, garters and similar articles) if part of a set, but 6212.10 is specifically for brassieres.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 621210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 621210 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% 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 $3.9B 36% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$1.4B 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$725M 6.7% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $10.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.9B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $835M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 France $459M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $9.6B 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 6212.10
Brazil does not split HS 6212.10: its NCM code is 6212.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6212.10
What is HS code 621210?
HS code 621210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Brassieres; whether or not knitted or crocheted. This HS code specifically covers all types of brassieres, irrespective of their manufacturing method – whether knitted, crocheted, or made from woven fabrics. It represents a significant segment of the global apparel trade, driven by evolving fashion trends, diverse consumer preferences for comfort and support, and functional requirements. Major importers are typically countries with large female populations and robust consumer markets, such as the USA, Germany, and the UK. Exporters are often nations with well-established lingerie manufacturing industries, including China, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka. Key aspects influencing trade include material composition (e.g., lace, cotton, synthetics), design variations (e.g., underwire, padded, sports, bralettes), and the complexities of global sizing standards and fit.
What products fall under HS code 621210?
Underwire bras, push-up bras, sports bras, bralettes, strapless bras, nursing bras, minimizer bras, full-coverage bras, t-shirt bras.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621210?
Can be confused with 6212.90 (other corsets, suspender belts, garters and similar articles) if part of a set, but 6212.10 is specifically for brassieres.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 621210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 621210 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.9B, 36% of world exports), Vietnam (about $1.4B) and Bangladesh (about $725M). World exports came to about $10.9B, 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 621210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 621210 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.9B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($835M) and France ($459M). World imports came to about $9.6B, 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 621210 structured?
HS code 621210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 621210?
In Brazil, HS code 621210 is NCM 6212.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.