Product classification
HS code for Bleached cotton knit fabric: 6006.21
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached.
Classification of bleached cotton knit fabric under HS 6006.21
HS code 6006.21 covers knitted or crocheted fabrics made of cotton that are in an unbleached or bleached state. This heading is a residual category for fabrics that do not fall under the specialized definitions of headings 60.01 (pile fabrics), 60.02 (elastic fabrics with >5% elastomeric yarn), 60.03 (narrow fabrics), or 60.04 (other elastic fabrics). Most commonly, this code applies to weft-knitted fabrics, such as single jersey, double jersey, rib knit, and interlock, which are produced on circular or flat knitting machines. The classification requires that the fabric contains 85% or more cotton by weight, or that cotton is the predominant fiber in a blend. The "bleached" designation indicates that the fabric has been chemically treated to remove impurities and natural pigments, resulting in a white appearance suitable for white garments or as a base for light-colored dyes. This is one of the most high-volume codes in the textile trade, covering the majority of basic cotton knit fabrics used in the global t-shirt and underwear industries.
- Covers
- Bleached cotton single jersey
- Bleached cotton interlock fabric
- Bleached cotton rib-knit fabric
- Bleached cotton pointelle knit
- Bleached cotton French terry (non-pile)
- Also under 6006.21
- Gildan (fabric for basic tees)
- Hanes (underwear fabric)
- Fruit of the Loom (fabric for basics)
- Alok Industries (textile manufacturer)
- Arvind Ltd. (textile manufacturer)
Codes often confused with 6006.21
Common mistake. Common misclassifications involve HS codes 6005.21 and 6006.31. HS code 6005.21 is for warp-knit cotton fabrics; if the fabric is produced on a Raschel or Tricot machine, it must be classified there instead of 6006.21. HS code 6006.31 is for synthetic fiber knits. If a fabric is a cotton-polyester blend, the fiber that predominates by weight determines the code. Additionally, if the fabric has a distinct napped or looped surface, it may be classified as a pile fabric under 6001.21.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600621 (the code used for bleached cotton knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600621 (the code used for bleached cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 600621, not only bleached cotton knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $164M 31% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $58M 11% of world exports
- 3 India $55M 11% of world exports
World total: $525M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$86M 18% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $40M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $31M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $469M 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 bleached cotton knit fabric
Brazil classifies bleached cotton knit fabric under NCM 6006.21.00: HS 6006.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bleached cotton knit fabric
What is the HS code for Bleached cotton knit fabric?
The HS code for Bleached cotton knit fabric is 600621 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached). The HS code for bleached cotton knit fabric (other than warp-knit) is 6006.21.
How do I classify Bleached cotton knit fabric for customs?
Bleached cotton knit fabric is classified under HS code 600621 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 6006.21 include organic cotton?
Yes, as long as the material is cotton and the fabric is knitted and bleached, organic cotton follows the same HS classification as conventional cotton.
Which countries are the top exporters of bleached cotton knit fabric (HS 600621)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600621 (the code used for bleached cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($164M, 31% of world exports), Türkiye ($58M) and India ($55M). World exports came to about $525M, 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 bleached cotton knit fabric (HS 600621)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600621 (the code used for bleached cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $86M, 18% of world imports), the United States ($40M) and Indonesia ($31M). World imports came to about $469M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bleached cotton knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600621 for Bleached cotton knit fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bleached cotton knit fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, bleached cotton knit fabric (HS 600621) is classified under NCM 6006.21.00.