HS code · 4-digit heading
HS Code 62.17 – Clothing accessories n.e.c.; parts of garments or accessories other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted)
What HS 62.17 covers
Heading 6217 of the Harmonized System encompasses a diverse range of clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted, and are not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.), along with parts of garments or accessories, excluding those of heading 6212. This classification is crucial for items made from woven, non-woven, or felt textile materials that serve to complement or complete an outfit, or are components for such articles. The scope specifically excludes knitted or crocheted articles, which fall under Chapter 61, and certain specialized accessories like brassieres, girdles, corsets, suspenders, garters, and similar articles, which are classified under 6212. Key sub-categories include scarves, ties, cravats, gloves, belts (where the textile component gives essential character), shawls, and various detachable parts like collars, cuffs, and pockets, provided they are not knitted or crocheted. This classification matters significantly for trade compliance, impacting applicable duty rates, quotas, and specific textile import regulations, which often differentiate based on material composition and manufacturing method. Historically, textile accessories have been major components of global apparel trade, reflecting fashion trends and manufacturing capabilities. This heading is part of Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles) and specifically Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted, ensuring a clear distinction from their knitted counterparts.
- Covers
- Silk scarves (not knitted)
- Fabric neckties
- Woven fabric bow ties
- Textile belts (with minimal non-textile components)
- Fabric sashes
- Non-knitted fabric gloves
- Woven fabric shawls
- Detachable fabric collars
- Fabric cuffs for garments
- Fabric shoulder pads
- Fabric pocket flaps
- Woven fabric waistbands
- Fabric ruffles
- Fabric garment facings (cut to shape)
- Non-knitted fabric headbands
- Fabric hair scrunchies
- Woven fabric cummerbunds
- Fabric wristbands (not knitted)
- Fabric neck gaiters (not knitted)
- Fabric garment linings (cut to shape)
- Fabric decorative appliques for clothing.
- Examples
A US importer brings in 15,000 woven polyester scarves from China for a major retail chain, shipped via ocean freight through the Pacific, subject to standard MFN tariffs. A European luxury brand exports high-end silk ties and matching pocket squares from Italy to Japan, utilizing air cargo for their time-sensitive fashion collections. A garment manufacturer in Vietnam ships bulk orders of non-knitted fabric gloves and textile belts to Canada under a free trade agreement, often in containerized ocean shipments. An Indian textile company exports intricately embroidered fabric sashes and detachable collars, as parts for traditional garments, to boutique designers in the UK via air freight.
Subheadings under 62.17 2
Codes often confused with 62.17
Common mistake. Common misclassifications under 6217 often involve distinguishing between knitted and non-knitted articles. Knitted or crocheted clothing accessories, such as knitted scarves or gloves, belong to Chapter 61 (e.g., 6117), not 6217. Traders frequently confuse this, leading to incorrect duty rates and compliance issues. Another mistake is classifying specific articles like brassieres, girdles, or suspenders here; these have their own specific heading, 6212. Furthermore, accessories predominantly made of leather, like full leather belts, should be classified under Chapter 42 (e.g., 4203), even if they have minor textile components, as the essential character is derived from the leather.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 6217, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 6217 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 12% 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 $614M 24% of world exports
- 2 China $406M 16% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $304M 12% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$245M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $199M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $103M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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.
Questions about HS 62.17
What is HS code 6217?
HS code 6217 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Clothing accessories n.e.c.; parts of garments or accessories other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted). Heading 6217 of the Harmonized System encompasses a diverse range of clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted, and are not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.), along with parts of garments or accessories, excluding those of heading 6212. This classification is crucial for items made from woven, non-woven, or felt textile materials that serve to complement or complete an outfit, or are components for such articles. The scope specifically excludes knitted or crocheted articles, which fall under Chapter 61, and certain specialized accessories like brassieres, girdles, corsets, suspenders, garters, and similar articles, which are classified under 6212. Key sub-categories include scarves, ties, cravats, gloves, belts (where the textile component gives essential character), shawls, and various detachable parts like collars, cuffs, and pockets, provided they are not knitted or crocheted. This classification matters significantly for trade compliance, impacting applicable duty rates, quotas, and specific textile import regulations, which often differentiate based on material composition and manufacturing method. Historically, textile accessories have been major components of global apparel trade, reflecting fashion trends and manufacturing capabilities. This heading is part of Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles) and specifically Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted, ensuring a clear distinction from their knitted counterparts.
What products fall under HS code 6217?
Silk scarves (not knitted), fabric neckties, woven fabric bow ties, textile belts (with minimal non-textile components), fabric sashes, non-knitted fabric gloves, woven fabric shawls, detachable fabric collars, fabric cuffs for garments, fabric shoulder pads, fabric pocket flaps, woven fabric waistbands, fabric ruffles, fabric garment facings (cut to shape), non-knitted fabric headbands, fabric hair scrunchies, woven fabric cummerbunds, fabric wristbands (not knitted), fabric neck gaiters (not knitted), fabric garment linings (cut to shape), fabric decorative appliques for clothing.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 6217?
Common misclassifications under 6217 often involve distinguishing between knitted and non-knitted articles. Knitted or crocheted clothing accessories, such as knitted scarves or gloves, belong to Chapter 61 (e.g., 6117), not 6217. Traders frequently confuse this, leading to incorrect duty rates and compliance issues. Another mistake is classifying specific articles like brassieres, girdles, or suspenders here; these have their own specific heading, 6212. Furthermore, accessories predominantly made of leather, like full leather belts, should be classified under Chapter 42 (e.g., 4203), even if they have minor textile components, as the essential character is derived from the leather.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 6217?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 6217 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($614M, 24% of world exports), China ($406M) and South Korea ($304M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 6217?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 6217 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $245M, 12% of world imports), the United States ($199M) and the Netherlands ($103M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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.
How is HS code 6217 structured?
HS code 6217 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 62 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (17) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.