Product classification
HS code for Cashmere cardigan: 6110.12
Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats.
Classification of cashmere cardigan under HS 6110.12
HS code 611012 is utilized for the classification of knitted or crocheted cardigans made specifically from cashmere, which is the fine undercoat hair of the Kashmir goat. This code falls under Chapter 61, which encompasses articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are knitted or crocheted. Heading 6110 covers a range of upper-body garments including jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, and waistcoats. The classification system further categorizes these items by the material composition. Subheading 611012 is specific to cashmere, distinguishing it from other types of wool or fine animal hair. To qualify for this code, the garment must be constructed using the knitting or crocheting method; woven cashmere garments would be classified under Chapter 62. Furthermore, the cashmere content must typically be the predominant textile material by weight if the garment is a blend. This specific code allows customs authorities to track the trade of luxury fibers and apply relevant trade agreements or quotas that might specifically target high-value animal hairs.
- Covers
- Knitted cashmere cardigans with button fronts
- Crocheted cashmere cardigans
- Cashmere twin-sets (cardigan component)
- Open-front knitted cashmere wraps with sleeves
- Zip-up knitted cashmere sweaters
- Also under 6110.12
- Loro Piana Cashmere Sweater
- Brunello Cucinelli Cashmere Cardigan
- Naadam Cashmere Jumper
- J.Crew Cashmere Crewneck
Codes often confused with 6110.12
Common mistake. Cashmere cardigans are often misclassified under 611011, which is reserved for wool (sheep's wool). While cashmere is a type of animal hair, the HS system separates "wool" from "fine animal hair." Another common error is using 611019, which is for "other" fine animal hair like alpaca or yak. If the garment is woven rather than knitted, it must be classified under 6202 or 6204 depending on the specific design, rather than 611012.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere cardigan), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere cardigan) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 611012, not only cashmere cardigan.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $645M 25% of world exports
- 2 Italy $587M 23% of world exports
- 3 Cambodia* ~$312M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $519M 20% of world imports
- 2 France $270M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $211M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $2.6B 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 cashmere cardigan
Brazil classifies cashmere cardigan under NCM 6110.12.00: HS 6110.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cashmere cardigan
What is the HS code for Cashmere cardigan?
The HS code for Cashmere cardigan is 611012 (Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats). The HS code for a knitted or crocheted cashmere cardigan is 611012.
How do I classify Cashmere cardigan for customs?
Cashmere cardigan is classified under HS code 611012 — Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the cardigan is a cashmere and silk blend?
If cashmere predominates by weight over the silk and any other fibers, it remains under 611012. If another fiber like silk predominates, the classification would shift to the code for that specific fiber.
Which countries are the top exporters of cashmere cardigan (HS 611012)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere cardigan) in UN Comtrade data were China ($645M, 25% of world exports), Italy ($587M) and Cambodia (about $312M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 cashmere cardigan (HS 611012)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere cardigan) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($519M, 20% of world imports), France ($270M) and Germany ($211M). World imports came to about $2.6B, 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 Cashmere cardigan the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611012 for Cashmere cardigan 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 cashmere cardigan in Brazil?
In Brazil, cashmere cardigan (HS 611012) is classified under NCM 6110.12.00.