Product classification
HS code for Cotton garment: 6114.20
Garments, of cotton, knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Classification of cotton garment under HS 6114.20
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Also under 6114.20
- H&M Cotton Knit Cardigan
- Zara Cotton Knit Skirt
- Uniqlo Cotton Knit Vest
- Gap Cotton Knit Shorts
- ASOS Cotton Knit Jumpsuit
Codes often confused with 6114.20
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611420 (the code used for cotton garment), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611420 (the code used for cotton garment) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% 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 611420, not only cotton garment.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $726M 29% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $271M 11% of world exports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$243M 9.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $392M 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $235M 12% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $180M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 cotton garment
Brazil classifies cotton garment under NCM 6114.20.00: HS 6114.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cotton garment
What is the HS code for Cotton garment?
The HS code for Cotton garment is 611420 (Garments; of cotton, knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61). The HS code for knitted cotton garments not elsewhere specified is 6114.20.
How do I classify Cotton garment for customs?
Cotton garment is classified under HS code 611420 — Garments; of cotton, knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 6114 and 6211?
Heading 6114 is for knitted or crocheted garments, while heading 6211 is for woven garments.
Which countries are the top exporters of cotton garment (HS 611420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611420 (the code used for cotton garment) in UN Comtrade data were China ($726M, 29% of world exports), Malaysia ($271M) and Bangladesh (about $243M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 cotton garment (HS 611420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611420 (the code used for cotton garment) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($392M, 20% of world imports), Germany ($235M) and Malaysia ($180M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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 Cotton garment the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611420 for Cotton garment 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 cotton garment in Brazil?
In Brazil, cotton garment (HS 611420) is classified under NCM 6114.20.00.