HS Code for Cotton garment

The classification of cotton garments under HS code 6114.20 is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Chapter 61 addresses articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are knitted or crocheted. Heading 6114 serves as a residual or "basket" category for garments that do not fit into the more specific definitions provided in headings 6101 through 6113. For a product to be correctly classified under 6114.20, it must be composed primarily of cotton and manufactured using a knitting or crocheting technique. This code is typically applied to specialized garments such as certain types of athletic wear, professional uniforms, or traditional clothing that lacks the specific structural characteristics of shirts, blouses, or pullovers. The determination of this code requires a detailed analysis of the garment's construction, including the type of stitch used and the presence of specific features like pockets, fasteners, or necklines. If a garment possesses features that align it with a more specific heading, such as the rib-knit collar of a T-shirt (6109) or the heavy construction of a jersey (6110), it must be classified there instead. Consequently, 6114.20 is only used when all other possibilities in Chapter 61 have been exhausted. This ensures that unique or non-standard knitted cotton apparel is captured accurately within the global trade statistics.

Products Included

• Knitted cotton aprons
• Specialized knitted cotton athletic singlets
• Knitted cotton smocks and tunics
• Knitted cotton professional uniforms not elsewhere specified
• Knitted cotton sunsuits without specific shirt/pant definitions

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with 6109.10 (Cotton T-shirts) and 6110.20 (Cotton pullovers or jerseys). The distinction lies in the specific design; if a garment has a collar and a partial opening, it may move to 6105, whereas 6114.20 is strictly for garments that do not meet those specific definitions. Additionally, woven garments are classified under 6211.42.

FAQ

What is the HS code for cotton garment?

The HS code for knitted cotton garments not elsewhere specified is 6114.20.

What is the difference between 6114 and 6211?

Heading 6114 is for knitted or crocheted garments, while heading 6211 is for woven garments.