HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6212.90 – Braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles; whether or not knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6212
HS code 6212.90 is the 6-digit subheading for braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles, whether or not knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6212. It is used for men's dress suspenders, women's fashion garters, elasticized braces for trousers, shirt stays and sock suspenders.
What HS 6212.90 covers
This HS code covers a niche but steady segment of the apparel accessories market, encompassing various elasticized or adjustable items designed to hold up clothing or provide support, not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 6212. These goods are traded globally, with manufacturers often located in countries with strong textile industries like China, Vietnam, and Turkey, while major importers include developed economies in North America and Europe, where demand for both functional and fashion-oriented accessories remains consistent. Key aspects of trade involve material composition (elastic, leather, synthetic blends), design for specific uses (e.g., formal wear, medical support, workwear), and quality standards. The market sees both high-volume commodity trade and specialized, higher-value items. Logistics and packaging are important, especially for delicate or branded goods.
- Covers
- Men's dress suspenders
- Women's fashion garters
- Elasticized braces for trousers
- Shirt stays
- Sock suspenders
- Medical support garters
- Workwear suspenders
- Examples
- Trafalgar suspenders
- Brooks Brothers braces
- Jockey shirt stays
- Calvin Klein garters
- Dickies work suspenders
Codes often confused with 6212.90
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 621210 (brassieres) or 621220 (girdles and corsets) if the "similar articles" are misinterpreted as primary support garments rather than accessories. It's also distinct from general elastic textile products in Chapter 58 or 60, as these are finished articles of apparel.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 621290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 621290 in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 24% 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 Morocco $241M 30% of world exports
- 2 China $88M 11% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $64M 7.8% of world exports
World total: $814M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $210M 24% of world imports
- 2 United States $106M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $58M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $894M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 6212.90
Brazil does not split HS 6212.90: its NCM code is 6212.90.00.
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 6212.90
What is HS code 621290?
HS code 621290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles; whether or not knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6212. This HS code covers a niche but steady segment of the apparel accessories market, encompassing various elasticized or adjustable items designed to hold up clothing or provide support, not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 6212. These goods are traded globally, with manufacturers often located in countries with strong textile industries like China, Vietnam, and Turkey, while major importers include developed economies in North America and Europe, where demand for both functional and fashion-oriented accessories remains consistent. Key aspects of trade involve material composition (elastic, leather, synthetic blends), design for specific uses (e.g., formal wear, medical support, workwear), and quality standards. The market sees both high-volume commodity trade and specialized, higher-value items. Logistics and packaging are important, especially for delicate or branded goods.
What products fall under HS code 621290?
Men's dress suspenders, Women's fashion garters, Elasticized braces for trousers, Shirt stays, Sock suspenders, Medical support garters, Workwear suspenders
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621290?
This code might be confused with 621210 (brassieres) or 621220 (girdles and corsets) if the "similar articles" are misinterpreted as primary support garments rather than accessories. It's also distinct from general elastic textile products in Chapter 58 or 60, as these are finished articles of apparel.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 621290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 621290 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($241M, 30% of world exports), China ($88M) and Hong Kong ($64M). World exports came to about $814M, 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 621290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 621290 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($210M, 24% of world imports), the United States ($106M) and Germany ($58M). World imports came to about $894M, 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 621290 structured?
HS code 621290 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 621290?
In Brazil, HS code 621290 is NCM 6212.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.