Product classification
HS code for Cotton knit fabric: 6006.21
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached.
Classification of cotton knit fabric under HS 6006.21
Cotton knit fabric, specifically unbleached or bleached, is classified under HS code 6006.21. Chapter 60 is dedicated to knitted or crocheted fabrics. Heading 6006 covers \"other\" knitted or crocheted fabrics that do not fall under headings 60.01 (pile fabrics), 60.02 (fabrics with high elastomeric content), 60.03 (narrow fabrics), or 60.04 (other narrow fabrics). Subheading 6006.21 is reserved for fabrics made of cotton that have not been dyed, printed, or made from yarns of different colors. The classification is determined by the state of the fabric (unbleached or bleached) and the fiber composition (cotton). This code is used for bulk fabric rolls or sheets intended for further manufacturing into garments or other textile products. It is important to note that once the fabric is dyed, it moves to 6006.22. The classification follows GRI 1, focusing on the technical specifications of the textile construction and the finishing process applied to the cotton fibers. The fabric must be at least 50% cotton by weight to be classified under this subheading.
- Covers
- Unbleached cotton jersey fabric
- Bleached cotton interlock knit
- Unbleached cotton rib knit fabric
- Bleached cotton circular knit fabric
- Cotton pointelle knit (unbleached or bleached)
- Also under 6006.21
- Gildan (fabric for basic tees)
- Hanes (underwear fabric)
- Fruit of the Loom (fabric for basics)
- Alok Industries (textile manufacturer)
- Arvind Ltd. (textile manufacturer)
Codes often confused with 6006.21
Common mistake. Cotton knit fabric is often misclassified under 6006.22 if the user fails to distinguish between bleached and dyed fabrics; 6006.22 is for dyed cotton knit. Another common error is using 6001.21, which is for looped pile fabrics like cotton terry knit. Importers also frequently confuse knitted fabrics with woven fabrics, which fall under Chapter 52 (e.g., 5208 for woven cotton). Furthermore, if the fabric contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn and exceeds 30cm in width, it may be classified under 6004.10 instead of 6006.21.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600621 (the code used for cotton knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600621 (the code used for cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 18% 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 600621, not only cotton knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $164M 31% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $58M 11% of world exports
- 3 India $55M 11% of world exports
World total: $525M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$86M 18% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $40M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $31M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $469M 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 knit fabric
Brazil classifies cotton knit fabric under NCM 6006.21.00: HS 6006.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cotton knit fabric
What is the HS code for Cotton knit fabric?
The HS code for Cotton knit fabric is 600621 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached). The HS code for unbleached or bleached cotton knit fabric is 6006.21.
How do I classify Cotton knit fabric for customs?
Cotton knit fabric is classified under HS code 600621 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What code is used if the cotton knit fabric is dyed?
If the cotton knit fabric is dyed, it should be classified under HS code 6006.22.
Which countries are the top exporters of cotton knit fabric (HS 600621)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600621 (the code used for cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($164M, 31% of world exports), Türkiye ($58M) and India ($55M). World exports came to about $525M, 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 knit fabric (HS 600621)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600621 (the code used for cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $86M, 18% of world imports), the United States ($40M) and Indonesia ($31M). World imports came to about $469M, 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 knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600621 for Cotton knit fabric 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 knit fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, cotton knit fabric (HS 600621) is classified under NCM 6006.21.00.