Product classification

HS code for Cashmere pullover: 6110.12

Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats.

Classification of cashmere pullover under HS 6110.12

The classification for a cashmere pullover falls under HS code 611012. This code is part of the broader category for jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats, and similar articles that are knitted or crocheted. The specific subheading 611012 is dedicated to items made of cashmere (the hair of the Kashmir goat). Classification in Chapter 61 requires that the garment be produced via knitting or crocheting, which creates a stretchy, looped fabric structure. Pullovers are defined as garments intended to cover the upper part of the body, usually without an opening at the front, designed to be pulled over the head. The use of cashmere as the primary material is the defining characteristic for this specific six-digit code. Accurate classification is essential because cashmere products are often subject to higher scrutiny regarding fiber content labeling and may face different tariff rates than synthetic or sheep wool alternatives. The technical distinction between "wool" and "fine animal hair" is a cornerstone of textile classification in the Harmonized System.

Covers
  • Cashmere V-neck pullovers
  • Cashmere crew-neck sweaters
  • Cashmere turtlenecks and mock-necks
  • Knitted cashmere jumpers
  • Cashmere sleeveless pullovers (knitted)
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. A frequent error is classifying cashmere pullovers under 611030, which is for man-made fibers, or 611020, which is for cotton. This often happens when the garment is a blend. Additionally, 611011 (wool) is often used incorrectly for cashmere. It is also important to avoid Chapter 62 (6201 or 6202) unless the garment is woven. Woven cashmere sweaters are rare but require different coding than the knitted 611012.

6110.30Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted6110.20Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; of cotton, knitted or crocheted6110.11Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, of wool or fine animal hair62.01Overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, men's or boys', other than those of heading no. 6203 (not knitted or crocheted)62.02Coats; women's or girls' overcoats, carcoats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, other than those of heading no. 6204 (not knitted or crocheted)

Top exporters and importers of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere pullover), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere pullover) 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 pullover.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $645M
  2. 2 Italy $587M
  3. 3 Cambodia* ~$312M

World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $519M
  2. 2 France $270M
  3. 3 Germany $211M

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 pullover

Brazil classifies cashmere pullover 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 pullover

What is the HS code for Cashmere pullover?

The HS code for Cashmere pullover is 611012 (Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats). The standard international HS code for a knitted cashmere pullover is 611012.

How do I classify Cashmere pullover for customs?

Cashmere pullover 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.

Is a cashmere hoodie classified under 611012?

Yes, if the hoodie is knitted and made of cashmere, it generally falls under 611012 as a "similar article" to a pullover or jersey.

Which countries are the top exporters of cashmere pullover (HS 611012)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere pullover) 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 pullover (HS 611012)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 611012 (the code used for cashmere pullover) 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 pullover the same in all countries?

The base HS code 611012 for Cashmere pullover 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 pullover in Brazil?

In Brazil, cashmere pullover (HS 611012) is classified under NCM 6110.12.00.