Product classification
HS code for Cotton shorts: 6204.62
Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of cotton shorts under HS 6204.62
Women's or girls' cotton shorts are classified under HS code 6204.62. This code is part of Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted, commonly referred to as woven garments. The classification is determined by the construction of the fabric (woven), the gender and age group (women or girls), and the material composition (cotton). Heading 6204 specifically includes suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts. For a garment to be classified as 'shorts' under this code, it must be a garment that covers the lower part of the body, reaching typically to the mid-thigh or knees, but not covering the full leg. The cotton content must be the predominant textile by weight. Because these are woven, they are excluded from Chapter 61. This classification is precise and requires that the garment be clearly identifiable as female attire through its cut, buttoning direction, or other stylistic markers.
- Covers
- Women's woven cotton shorts
- Girls' cotton denim shorts
- Women's cotton cargo shorts (woven)
- Girls' cotton bermuda shorts
- Woven cotton chino shorts for women
- Also under 6204.62
- Levi's 501 jeans
- Gap cotton chinos
- H&M denim shorts
- Zara cotton cargo trousers
- Old Navy denim overalls
Codes often confused with 6204.62
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these under 6203.42, which is the code for men's or boys' cotton shorts. The HS system is strictly divided by gender for these types of garments. Another common misclassification is 6104.62, which covers women's or girls' cotton shorts that are knitted or crocheted. The distinction between woven (62) and knitted (61) is fundamental. Additionally, if the shorts are made of synthetic fibers like polyester, they should be classified under 6204.63, making fiber verification essential for correct duty application.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620462 (the code used for cotton shorts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620462 (the code used for cotton shorts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% 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 620462, not only cotton shorts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $6.5B 27% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$4.2B 18% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Cambodia* ~$1.3B 5.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $24.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.1B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Spain $1.7B 8.6% of world imports
World total: $20.4B 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 shorts
Brazil classifies cotton shorts under NCM 6204.62.00: HS 6204.62 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cotton shorts
What is the HS code for Cotton shorts?
The HS code for Cotton shorts is 620462 (Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for women's or girls' woven cotton shorts is 6204.62.
How do I classify Cotton shorts for customs?
Cotton shorts is classified under HS code 620462 — Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I classify cotton denim shorts for women?
Women's denim shorts are typically made of woven cotton and are classified under 6204.62, as denim is a type of woven cotton fabric.
Which countries are the top exporters of cotton shorts (HS 620462)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620462 (the code used for cotton shorts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.5B, 27% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $4.2B) and Cambodia (about $1.3B). World exports came to about $24.1B, 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 shorts (HS 620462)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620462 (the code used for cotton shorts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.1B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($1.9B) and Spain ($1.7B). World imports came to about $20.4B, 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 shorts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620462 for Cotton shorts 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 shorts in Brazil?
In Brazil, cotton shorts (HS 620462) is classified under NCM 6204.62.00.