HS Code for Cashmere sweater

A cashmere sweater is classified under HS code 6110.12. This classification is part of Chapter 61, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are knitted or crocheted. Heading 6110 specifically includes jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats, and similar articles. Within this heading, the subheadings are organized by material composition. Subheading 6110.12 is reserved for garments made of cashmere, which is defined as the fine hair of the Kashmir goat. The classification depends entirely on the knitting process; if the garment were woven rather than knitted, it would fall under Chapter 62 instead of Chapter 61.

Products Included

• Knitted cashmere pullovers
• Cashmere cardigans
• Knitted cashmere turtlenecks
• Cashmere waistcoats (knitted)
• Cashmere twin sets (knitted)

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications include HS code 6110.11, which is for wool (sheep's wool), and HS code 6110.19, which covers other fine animal hair such as alpaca, llama, or vicuña. If the sweater is made of a blend, it is classified according to the material that predominates by weight. Additionally, woven cashmere sweaters (which are rare but exist) would be classified under 6201 or 6202 rather than 6110.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cashmere sweater?

The specific HS code for a knitted or crocheted cashmere sweater is 6110.12.

How is a cashmere-silk blend sweater classified?

Under GRI 3(b), a blend is typically classified by the material that gives the product its essential character, or by the material that predominates by weight. If cashmere predominates, it remains 6110.12.