HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6217.90 – Clothing; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted)
HS code 6217.90 is the 6-digit subheading for clothing, parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted). It is used for woven collars, fabric cuffs, garment pockets (cut), fabric waistbands and unfinished garment panels.
What HS 6217.90 covers
This code is designated for parts of garments or clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212, that are not knitted or crocheted. This category is vital for the global apparel manufacturing industry, facilitating the trade of components that are assembled into finished garments or accessories. Examples include woven collars, cuffs, pockets, or other pre-cut fabric pieces intended for specific parts of clothing. Exporters are typically textile mills or specialized component manufacturers, often located in major garment-producing regions. Importers are garment factories, fashion brands, and repair services. The trade in these parts allows for efficient supply chain management, enabling manufacturers to source specialized components globally. Quality control, precise cutting, and material specifications are paramount in this trade segment.
- Covers
- Woven collars
- Fabric cuffs
- Garment pockets (cut)
- Fabric waistbands
- Unfinished garment panels
- Detachable hoods (woven)
- Fabric lapels
- Examples
- Levi's denim pocket blanks
- Zara collar components
- H&M cuff pieces
- Patagonia repair patches (pre-cut fabric)
- Uniqlo waistband parts
Codes often confused with 6217.90
Common mistake. Frequently confused with 611790 (parts of knitted garments) or even bulk fabrics in Chapter 50-60 if not clearly identifiable as specific garment parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 621790, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 621790 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 23% 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 $372M 31% of world exports
- 2 Egypt $177M 15% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $169M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$137M 23% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Netherlands $55M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $41M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $602M 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 6217.90
Brazil does not split HS 6217.90: its NCM code is 6217.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 62.17 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6217.90
What is HS code 621790?
HS code 621790 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Clothing; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted). This code is designated for parts of garments or clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212, that are not knitted or crocheted. This category is vital for the global apparel manufacturing industry, facilitating the trade of components that are assembled into finished garments or accessories. Examples include woven collars, cuffs, pockets, or other pre-cut fabric pieces intended for specific parts of clothing. Exporters are typically textile mills or specialized component manufacturers, often located in major garment-producing regions. Importers are garment factories, fashion brands, and repair services. The trade in these parts allows for efficient supply chain management, enabling manufacturers to source specialized components globally. Quality control, precise cutting, and material specifications are paramount in this trade segment.
What products fall under HS code 621790?
Woven collars, fabric cuffs, garment pockets (cut), fabric waistbands, unfinished garment panels, detachable hoods (woven), fabric lapels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621790?
Frequently confused with 611790 (parts of knitted garments) or even bulk fabrics in Chapter 50-60 if not clearly identifiable as specific garment parts.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 621790?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 621790 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($372M, 31% of world exports), Egypt ($177M) and South Korea ($169M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 621790?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 621790 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $137M, 23% of world imports), the Netherlands ($55M) and Singapore ($41M). World imports came to about $602M, 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 621790 structured?
HS code 621790 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) 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 621790?
In Brazil, HS code 621790 is NCM 6217.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.