Product classification
HS code for Boys' knit shorts: 6103.49
Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Classification of boys' knit shorts under HS 6103.49
Boys' knit shorts are classified under HS code 6103.49, which encompasses trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts that are knitted or crocheted. This specific subheading is used when the garments are made from textile materials other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton, or synthetic fibers. The classification depends on the garment being designed to cover the lower part of the body, with separate sections for each leg. Because these are knitted, they offer more elasticity than woven alternatives found in Chapter 62. The "other textile materials" designation usually applies to garments made from silk, linen, or hemp. It is important to note that the garment must be intended for general wear. The distinction between shorts and other lower-body garments is based on length; shorts do not cover the knee. For customs purposes, the weight and fiber composition must be documented to justify the use of the 6103.49 residual category.
- Covers
- Boys' silk knit shorts
- Boys' linen knit shorts
- Boys' hemp knit trousers
- Boys' ramie knit breeches
- Knitted shorts of other vegetable fibers
- Also under 6103.49
- Banana Republic Men's Linen-Blend Knit Shorts
- Tommy Bahama Men's Viscose Blend Joggers
- COS Men's Modal Knit Trousers
- Zara Men's Lyocell Blend Shorts
- AllSaints Men's Rayon Knit Pants
Codes often confused with 6103.49
Common mistake. Common misclassifications include 6103.42 (cotton shorts) and 6103.43 (synthetic fiber shorts). Another frequent error is using 6203.49, which is for woven shorts of other materials. Furthermore, if the shorts are designed as swimwear, they must be classified under 6112.39 or 6112.49. If the shorts are part of an ensemble (a matching set sold together), they should be classified under 6103.29 instead of 6103.49.
Top exporters and importers of HS 610349 (the code used for boys' knit shorts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610349 (the code used for boys' knit shorts) in UN Comtrade data was Pakistan, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.5% 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 610349, not only boys' knit shorts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Pakistan $468M 44% of world exports
- 2 India $109M 10% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $90M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $42M 8.5% of world imports
- 2 Algeria* ~$39M 8.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$33M 6.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $494M 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' knit shorts
Brazil classifies boys' knit shorts under NCM 6103.49.00: HS 6103.49 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about boys' knit shorts
What is the HS code for Boys' knit shorts?
The HS code for Boys' knit shorts is 610349 (Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted). The HS code for boys' knit shorts made of textile materials other than wool, cotton, or synthetic fibers is 6103.49.
How do I classify Boys' knit shorts for customs?
Boys' knit shorts is classified under HS code 610349 — Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include athletic shorts?
General athletic shorts are included, but specific performance wear like swimwear or specialized padded sports gear may be classified under different headings like 6112.
Which countries are the top exporters of boys' knit shorts (HS 610349)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610349 (the code used for boys' knit shorts) in UN Comtrade data were Pakistan ($468M, 44% of world exports), India ($109M) and Indonesia ($90M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of boys' knit shorts (HS 610349)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610349 (the code used for boys' knit shorts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($42M, 8.5% of world imports), Algeria (about $39M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $33M). World imports came to about $494M, 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' knit shorts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610349 for Boys' knit shorts 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' knit shorts in Brazil?
In Brazil, boys' knit shorts (HS 610349) is classified under NCM 6103.49.00.