Product classification
HS code for Girls' cotton pyjamas: 6208.21
Nightdresses and pyjamas, women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of girls' cotton pyjamas under HS 6208.21
The classification of girls' cotton pyjamas under HS code 6208.21 is based on the fabric construction being woven rather than knitted. Chapter 62 covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted. Heading 6208 is used for women's or girls' singlets and other vests, slips, petticoats, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, négligés, bathrobes, dressing gowns, and similar articles. Subheading 6208.21 specifically targets nightdresses and pyjamas made of cotton. Common examples include flannel or poplin pajama sets. The distinction between 6208 and 6108 is purely based on the mechanical construction of the textile—interlacing yarns for woven fabrics versus interlocking loops for knitted fabrics. To be classified under 6208.21, the garment must be clearly intended for use as sleepwear. This is often determined by the loose fit, the type of fastenings used, and the lack of features that would make it suitable for outdoor or formal wear.
- Covers
- Girls' woven cotton flannel pajama sets
- Woven cotton poplin nightdresses
- Cotton seersucker pyjamas for girls
- Woven cotton nightshirts
- Two-piece woven cotton sleepwear sets
- Also under 6208.21
- L.L.Bean Women's Flannel Pyjamas
- Eileen West Cotton Nightgown
- Lake Pajamas Pima Cotton Set
- J.Crew Cotton Poplin Pyjamas
Codes often confused with 6208.21
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is HS code 6108.31, which is for knitted cotton pajamas. Importers must verify the fabric type, as knitted jersey pajamas are very common but belong in Chapter 61. Another common error is using HS code 6207.21, which is for men's or boys' woven cotton pyjamas. The gender of the garment is determined by the cut and the side on which buttons are placed (right over left for girls/women). Additionally, if the garment is for infants, it should be classified under 6209.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620821 (the code used for girls' cotton pyjamas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620821 (the code used for girls' cotton pyjamas) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 620821, not only girls' cotton pyjamas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $198M 31% of world exports
- 2 India $98M 15% of world exports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$78M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $640M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $127M 21% of world imports
- 2 Japan $54M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $53M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $610M 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 girls' cotton pyjamas
Brazil classifies girls' cotton pyjamas under NCM 6208.21.00: HS 6208.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about girls' cotton pyjamas
What is the HS code for Girls' cotton pyjamas?
The HS code for Girls' cotton pyjamas is 620821 (Nightdresses and pyjamas; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)).
How do I classify Girls' cotton pyjamas for customs?
Girls' cotton pyjamas is classified under HS code 620821 — Nightdresses and pyjamas; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for girls' cotton woven pyjamas?
The correct HS code is 6208.21, which applies to women's or girls' woven cotton nightdresses and pyjamas.
Why is my cotton pajama not under 6108.31?
If the fabric is woven (like flannel or poplin) rather than knitted (like jersey), it must be classified under 6208.21 instead of 6108.31.
Which countries are the top exporters of girls' cotton pyjamas (HS 620821)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620821 (the code used for girls' cotton pyjamas) in UN Comtrade data were China ($198M, 31% of world exports), India ($98M) and Bangladesh (about $78M). World exports came to about $640M, 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 girls' cotton pyjamas (HS 620821)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620821 (the code used for girls' cotton pyjamas) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($127M, 21% of world imports), Japan ($54M) and the United Kingdom ($53M). World imports came to about $610M, 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 Girls' cotton pyjamas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620821 for Girls' cotton pyjamas 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 girls' cotton pyjamas in Brazil?
In Brazil, girls' cotton pyjamas (HS 620821) is classified under NCM 6208.21.00.