Product classification
HS code for Men's briefs: 6207.19
Underpants and briefs, men's or boys', of textile materials other than cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of men's briefs under HS 6207.19
Men's briefs made of textile materials other than cotton, which are not knitted or crocheted, are classified under HS code 6207.19. This classification is governed by the rules of Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are woven (not knitted). Heading 6207 specifically includes men's or boys' underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, and similar articles. The selection of the subheading depends entirely on the material composition. Since 6207.11 is reserved for cotton, 6207.19 acts as the category for briefs made from silk, linen, or synthetic fibers, provided the fabric construction is woven. The classification process requires a laboratory analysis or a clear manufacturer's declaration regarding both the fiber content and the fabric construction method to ensure it is not a knitted garment.
- Covers
- Woven silk briefs for men
- Woven synthetic fiber underpants
- Woven linen briefs
- Men's woven boxers made of man-made fibers
- Boys' woven briefs of non-cotton textiles
- Also under 6207.19
- Tommy John Second Skin briefs (modal)
- Saxx Kinetic boxer briefs (polyester/spandex)
- Mack Weldon Airknit briefs (polyamide)
- Lululemon Always in Motion boxer (modal/lycra)
- Ethika performance boxers
Codes often confused with 6207.19
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is placing these items under HS code 6107.19. Chapter 61 is dedicated to knitted or crocheted apparel. Because most modern underwear is knitted for stretch, importers often default to Chapter 61 without verifying the weave. Another error is using 6207.11, which is strictly for cotton garments. If the garment is a blend where cotton does not predominate by weight, or if it is 100% synthetic, 6207.19 is the correct designation for woven items.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620719 (the code used for men's briefs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620719 (the code used for men's briefs) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 9.5% 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 620719, not only men's briefs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $18M 20% of world exports
- 2 India $11M 12% of world exports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$9.0M 9.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $90M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $9.9M 9.5% of world imports
- 2 United States $6.5M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 France $5.7M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $103M 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 men's briefs
Brazil classifies men's briefs under NCM 6207.19.00: HS 6207.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about men's briefs
What is the HS code for Men's briefs?
The HS code for Men's briefs is 620719 (Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of textile materials other than cotton (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for men's or boys' woven briefs made of materials other than cotton is 6207.19.
How do I classify Men's briefs for customs?
Men's briefs is classified under HS code 620719 — Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of textile materials other than cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between woven and knitted briefs?
Woven fabrics are created by interlacing two sets of yarns at right angles and generally do not stretch unless elastic yarns are added. Knitted fabrics are created by interlocking loops of yarn and have inherent stretch.
Which countries are the top exporters of men's briefs (HS 620719)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620719 (the code used for men's briefs) in UN Comtrade data were China ($18M, 20% of world exports), India ($11M) and Bangladesh (about $9.0M). World exports came to about $90M, 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 men's briefs (HS 620719)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620719 (the code used for men's briefs) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($9.9M, 9.5% of world imports), the United States ($6.5M) and France ($5.7M). World imports came to about $103M, 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 Men's briefs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620719 for Men's briefs 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 men's briefs in Brazil?
In Brazil, men's briefs (HS 620719) is classified under NCM 6207.19.00.