Product classification
HS code for Boys' shirts: 6205.90
Shirts, men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of boys' shirts under HS 6205.90
Classification of boys' shirts under HS code 6205.90 applies to woven shirts made of textile materials not elsewhere classified (n.e.c.) within the 6205 heading. This heading specifically excludes shirts made of cotton (6205.20), man-made fibers (6205.30), or wool/fine animal hair (6205.90 is often the catch-all, but some regions have specific wool codes). Therefore, 6205.90 is the primary code for shirts made of silk, flax (linen), hemp, or ramie. A 'shirt' in this context is a garment designed to cover the upper part of the body, having full or partial opening from the neckline, and usually featuring sleeves, a collar, and pockets. The construction must be woven; knitted shirts (like polo shirts or T-shirts) are classified under 6105 or 6109. For boys' sizes, the garment must be cut and sized according to the standards for children who are not yet adults but are beyond the 'infant' category (which falls under 6209). Accurate material identification is paramount for this code.
- Covers
- Boys' woven linen dress shirts
- Boys' silk button-down shirts
- Woven hemp casual shirts for boys
- Ramie-fiber woven shirts
- Boys' shirts made of vegetable textile fibers
- Also under 6205.90
- Ralph Lauren linen shirts
- Brooks Brothers silk shirts
- Tommy Bahama linen blend shirts
- Eton silk-blend shirts
Codes often confused with 6205.90
Common mistake. The most common error is misclassifying linen or silk shirts as cotton shirts (6205.20) due to similar appearance. Another major error is classifying knitted polo shirts under this code; these belong in 6105.10 (cotton) or 6105.20 (man-made). Additionally, if a shirt is part of a matching set with trousers, it might be classified as an ensemble under 6203.29 rather than an individual shirt under 6205.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620590 (the code used for boys' shirts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620590 (the code used for boys' shirts) in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 620590, not only boys' shirts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$366M 20% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 India $247M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $203M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $255M 15% of world imports
- 2 France $117M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 Germany $114M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 codes for boys' shirts
Brazil splits HS 6205.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6205.90.10Men's/boys' wool or fine hair shirts, not knitted
- 6205.90.90Men's/boys' shirts of other textiles, not knitted
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about boys' shirts
What is the HS code for Boys' shirts?
The HS code for Boys' shirts is 620590 (Shirts; men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted)). For boys' woven shirts made of materials like silk or linen, the HS code is 6205.90.
How do I classify Boys' shirts for customs?
Boys' shirts is classified under HS code 620590 — Shirts; men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are T-shirts included in this HS code?
No, T-shirts are knitted garments and are classified under HS code 6109, regardless of the material used.
Which countries are the top exporters of boys' shirts (HS 620590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620590 (the code used for boys' shirts) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $366M, 20% of world exports), India ($247M) and Italy ($203M). World exports came to about $1.9B, 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' shirts (HS 620590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620590 (the code used for boys' shirts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($255M, 15% of world imports), France ($117M) and Germany ($114M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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' shirts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620590 for Boys' shirts 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' shirts in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 620590 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for boys' shirts depends on the product's details: 6205.90.10 (Men's/boys' wool or fine hair shirts, not knitted), 6205.90.90 (Men's/boys' shirts of other textiles, not knitted).