HS Code for Men's coat

Classification for men's coats under HS code 6201.90 involves a multi-step exclusion process within Chapter 62. This chapter covers woven apparel. Heading 6201 is designated for men's or boys' overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, wind-cheaters, and similar articles. The subheading 6201.90 is a residual category for garments made of textile materials other than those specifically listed in the preceding subheadings (which cover wool, cotton, and man-made fibers). Therefore, coats made of silk, flax (linen), ramie, or hemp fall into this category. The classification assumes the garment is not knitted or crocheted and that it is designed for protection against the weather, typically worn over other clothing. The weight and length of the garment are also factors in distinguishing a coat from a jacket or blazer classified under heading 6203.

Products Included

• Men's woven silk overcoats
• Men's woven linen raincoats
• Men's hemp fiber capes
• Men's ramie wind-breakers
• Woven cloaks made of specialty vegetable fibers

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with HS code 6201.40 (man-made fibers) or 6201.20 (wool). Importers must be certain of the exact percentage of fiber content; if a coat is 60% polyester and 40% silk, it must be classified under man-made fibers, not 6201.90. Additionally, coats made of leather or composition leather are excluded from Chapter 62 entirely and must be classified under heading 4203. Knitted coats are also excluded and belong in heading 6101.

FAQ

What is the HS code for [product]?

The HS code for men's woven coats made of textile materials like silk or linen is 6201.90.

Does this code include padded winter jackets?

If the jacket is woven and made of the specified "other" textile materials, it may fall here, but most padded jackets are made of man-made fibers and would fall under 6201.40.