Product classification
HS code for Boys' cotton briefs: 6207.11
Underpants and briefs, men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of boys' cotton briefs under HS 6207.11
Boys' cotton briefs that are woven are classified under HS code 6207.11. This classification is governed by the rules of Chapter 62, which applies to apparel that is not knitted or crocheted. Heading 6207 specifically covers men's or boys' underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, and similar articles. The subheading 6207.11 is designated for underpants and briefs where cotton is the prevailing textile material. To be classified here, the garment must be constructed from woven fabric, which is characterized by the interlacing of warp and weft threads. This is common for traditional boxer-style briefs or structured undergarments. The classification is precise: it requires the garment to be for a male (men or boys), to be an undergarment (briefs), to be made of cotton, and to be woven. Any deviation in these characteristics—such as a change in material or construction method—would result in a different HS code.
- Covers
- Boys' woven cotton briefs
- Boys' woven cotton boxers
- Boys' woven cotton underpants
- Woven cotton trunks for boys
- Traditional woven cotton undergarments
- Also under 6207.11
- Hanes cotton briefs
- Fruit of the Loom boxer shorts
- Calvin Klein cotton trunks
- Jockey cotton Y-fronts
- Gildan cotton boxers
Codes often confused with 6207.11
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these items under HS code 6107.11. While 6107.11 also covers boys' cotton briefs, it is strictly for those that are knitted or crocheted (such as standard stretchy jersey cotton). Most modern briefs are knitted, so 6207.11 is reserved for the less common woven variety. Another misclassification is 6207.19, which is used if the woven briefs are made of synthetic fibers or any material other than cotton. Finally, if the garment is intended for girls, it must be classified under heading 6208, specifically 6208.11 for woven cotton slips or similar undergarments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620711 (the code used for boys' cotton briefs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620711 (the code used for boys' cotton briefs) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 620711, not only boys' cotton briefs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $94M 23% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$61M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$55M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $416M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $93M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $59M 13% of world imports
- 3 Japan $48M 11% of world imports
World total: $446M 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 boys' cotton briefs
Brazil classifies boys' cotton briefs under NCM 6207.11.00: HS 6207.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about boys' cotton briefs
What is the HS code for Boys' cotton briefs?
The HS code for Boys' cotton briefs is 620711 (Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)).
How do I classify Boys' cotton briefs for customs?
Boys' cotton briefs is classified under HS code 620711 — Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for boys' woven cotton boxers?
Boys' woven cotton boxers are classified under HS code 6207.11.
How can I tell if briefs are woven or knitted?
Woven fabrics (6207.11) are generally non-elastic and made of interlaced threads, whereas knitted fabrics (6107.11) are stretchy and made of interlocking loops.
Which countries are the top exporters of boys' cotton briefs (HS 620711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620711 (the code used for boys' cotton briefs) in UN Comtrade data were China ($94M, 23% of world exports), Vietnam (about $61M) and Bangladesh (about $55M). World exports came to about $416M, 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 boys' cotton briefs (HS 620711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620711 (the code used for boys' cotton briefs) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($93M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($59M) and Japan ($48M). World imports came to about $446M, 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 Boys' cotton briefs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620711 for Boys' cotton briefs 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 boys' cotton briefs in Brazil?
In Brazil, boys' cotton briefs (HS 620711) is classified under NCM 6207.11.00.