Product classification
HS code for Knitted gloves: 6116.99
Gloves, mittens and mitts, of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber).
Classification of knitted gloves under HS 6116.99
Knitted gloves are classified under HS code 6116.99 because they fall within Chapter 61, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are knitted or crocheted. Heading 6116 is specifically dedicated to gloves, mittens, and mitts. The classification is determined by the manufacturing process (knitting) and the material composition. Subheading 6116.99 acts as a residual category for gloves made from textile materials other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton, or synthetic fibers. This includes materials such as silk, linen, hemp, or ramie. To be classified here, the gloves must not be impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics or rubber, as those features would trigger a different classification within the same heading. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 are applied to identify the specific heading and subheading based on the constituent material and the knitted construction.
- Covers
- Silk knitted gloves
- Linen knitted mittens
- Hemp knitted mitts
- Ramie knitted gloves
- Knitted gloves made from artificial fibers (other than synthetic)
- Knitted gloves made from other vegetable textile fibers
- Also under 6116.99
- Falke silk-blend gloves
- Boody bamboo gloves
- specialized luxury brand gloves
- eco-friendly brand gloves
- high-end fashion house gloves
Codes often confused with 6116.99
Common mistake. Knitted gloves are frequently misclassified under 6116.10 if the importer fails to notice plastic or rubber coatings; 6116.10 is reserved for gloves impregnated or covered with these materials. Another common error is using 6116.91 (wool), 6116.92 (cotton), or 6116.93 (synthetic fibers) for gloves made of blended materials where the "other" textile does not actually predominate by weight. Furthermore, gloves that are not knitted but are made of woven fabric are classified in Chapter 62 under heading 6216.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611699 (the code used for knitted gloves), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611699 (the code used for knitted gloves) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 611699, not only knitted gloves.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $88M 51% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $25M 15% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $6.9M 4.1% of world exports
World total: $171M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $13M 11% of world imports
- 2 India $7.6M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $7.0M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $120M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 knitted gloves
Brazil classifies knitted gloves under NCM 6116.99.00: HS 6116.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about knitted gloves
What is the HS code for Knitted gloves?
The HS code for Knitted gloves is 611699 (Gloves, mittens and mitts; of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber)). The HS code for knitted gloves made of textile materials other than wool, cotton, or synthetic fibers is 6116.99.
How do I classify Knitted gloves for customs?
Knitted gloves is classified under HS code 611699 — Gloves, mittens and mitts; of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are leather gloves classified under this code?
No, leather gloves are classified under HS code 4203.21 or 4203.29, as they are articles of leather rather than knitted textiles.
Which countries are the top exporters of knitted gloves (HS 611699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611699 (the code used for knitted gloves) in UN Comtrade data were China ($88M, 51% of world exports), Pakistan ($25M) and Indonesia ($6.9M). World exports came to about $171M, 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 knitted gloves (HS 611699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611699 (the code used for knitted gloves) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($13M, 11% of world imports), India ($7.6M) and the United Kingdom ($7.0M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 Knitted gloves the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611699 for Knitted gloves 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 knitted gloves in Brazil?
In Brazil, knitted gloves (HS 611699) is classified under NCM 6116.99.00.