HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6214.20 – Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like; of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted)
HS code 6214.20 is the 6-digit subheading for shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like, of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted). It is used for cashmere pashminas, merino wool scarves, alpaca shawls, lambswool mufflers and mohair stoles.
What HS 6214.20 covers
This category encompasses shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, and similar articles crafted from wool or fine animal hair, excluding knitted or crocheted variants. These items are highly sought after in international trade for their warmth, softness, and luxurious appeal, particularly in colder climates or as high-fashion accessories. Key exporters often include countries renowned for their wool and cashmere production and processing, such as Italy (high-end designs), China (volume production and cashmere), India (pashminas), and the UK (traditional woolens). Importers are typically fashion retailers, department stores, and specialty boutiques in developed markets across North America, Europe, and East Asia. Trade considerations include the specific type of wool (e.g., merino, lambswool), fine animal hair (e.g., cashmere, alpaca, mohair), weave, weight, and finishing, with ethical sourcing and sustainability increasingly influencing purchasing decisions.
- Covers
- Cashmere pashminas
- Merino wool scarves
- Alpaca shawls
- Lambswool mufflers
- Mohair stoles
- Wool blend mantillas
- Tartan wool scarves
- Examples
- Loro Piana cashmere scarves
- Johnstons of Elgin wool stoles
- Burberry cashmere mufflers
- Brunello Cucinelli alpaca shawls
- Pendleton wool scarves
Codes often confused with 6214.20
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 621430 (synthetic fibers) or 621490 (other textile materials), making accurate identification of wool or fine animal hair crucial. It should also not be confused with knitted wool scarves under Chapter 61.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 621420, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 621420 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% 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 Italy $408M 31% of world exports
- 2 France $396M 30% of world exports
- 3 China $94M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $244M 18% of world imports
- 2 France $155M 12% of world imports
- 3 Japan $136M 10% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 6214.20
Brazil does not split HS 6214.20: its NCM code is 6214.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6214.20
What is HS code 621420?
HS code 621420 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like; of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted). This category encompasses shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, and similar articles crafted from wool or fine animal hair, excluding knitted or crocheted variants. These items are highly sought after in international trade for their warmth, softness, and luxurious appeal, particularly in colder climates or as high-fashion accessories. Key exporters often include countries renowned for their wool and cashmere production and processing, such as Italy (high-end designs), China (volume production and cashmere), India (pashminas), and the UK (traditional woolens). Importers are typically fashion retailers, department stores, and specialty boutiques in developed markets across North America, Europe, and East Asia. Trade considerations include the specific type of wool (e.g., merino, lambswool), fine animal hair (e.g., cashmere, alpaca, mohair), weave, weight, and finishing, with ethical sourcing and sustainability increasingly influencing purchasing decisions.
What products fall under HS code 621420?
Cashmere pashminas, Merino wool scarves, Alpaca shawls, Lambswool mufflers, Mohair stoles, Wool blend mantillas, Tartan wool scarves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621420?
This code is distinct from 621430 (synthetic fibers) or 621490 (other textile materials), making accurate identification of wool or fine animal hair crucial. It should also not be confused with knitted wool scarves under Chapter 61.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 621420?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 621420 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($408M, 31% of world exports), France ($396M) and China ($94M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 621420?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 621420 in UN Comtrade data were China ($244M, 18% of world imports), France ($155M) and Japan ($136M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 621420 structured?
HS code 621420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 621420?
In Brazil, HS code 621420 is NCM 6214.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.