Product classification
HS code for Men's cotton knit shirt: 6105.10
Shirts, men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Classification of men's cotton knit shirt under HS 6105.10
Men's cotton knit shirts are classified under HS code 6105.10. This heading covers knitted or crocheted shirts for men or boys, which are garments designed to cover the upper part of the body, having long or short sleeves and a full or partial opening starting from the neckline. A key distinction in the HS nomenclature is between "shirts" (6105) and "T-shirts, singlets and other vests" (6109). While both are knitted, shirts under 6105 typically feature a collar and a more formal construction, such as a placket with buttons. The material composition must be predominantly cotton. If the garment is made of synthetic fibers or other blends where cotton is not the primary weight, it would move to other subheadings like 6105.20 or 6105.90. The classification also excludes garments with a drawstring or ribbed waistband at the bottom, which are often classified as sweaters or pullovers under 6110. Understanding the nuances of shirt construction is vital for accurate HS coding. For instance, a polo shirt is almost always classified under 6105.10 if it is made of knitted cotton, whereas a plain crew-neck garment without a collar would fall under 6109.10. This distinction is important because 6105 and 6109 often carry different tariff rates in various jurisdictions. Additionally, the garment must be designed for men or boys; similar garments for women or girls are classified under heading 6106.
- Covers
- Cotton knit polo shirts
- Knitted cotton henley shirts
- Button-down knitted cotton shirts
- Long-sleeved knitted cotton dress shirts
- Also under 6105.10
- Ralph Lauren Polo shirt
- Lacoste L.12.12 polo
- Hanes Beefy-T
- Uniqlo Supima cotton t-shirt
- Tommy Hilfiger cotton knit shirt
Codes often confused with 6105.10
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is 6109.10, which is for T-shirts. T-shirts are collarless and usually lack a buttoned opening. Another error is 6205.20, which applies to woven cotton shirts. If the shirt is intended for use as underclothing, it might be incorrectly placed in 6107, though 6105 is the primary heading for outer shirts.
Top exporters and importers of HS 610510 (the code used for men's cotton knit shirt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610510 (the code used for men's cotton knit shirt) in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 610510, not only men's cotton knit shirt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$1.3B 21% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $573M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$513M 8.1% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $6.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $911M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $624M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $365M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $5.7B 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 cotton knit shirt
Brazil classifies men's cotton knit shirt under NCM 6105.10.00: HS 6105.10 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 cotton knit shirt
What is the HS code for Men's cotton knit shirt?
The HS code for Men's cotton knit shirt is 610510 (Shirts; men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted). The HS code for a men's cotton knit shirt is 6105.10.
How do I classify Men's cotton knit shirt for customs?
Men's cotton knit shirt is classified under HS code 610510 — Shirts; men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
One more relevant question
Does a knit shirt with a hood fall under 6105? If it has a collar and a partial opening, it may stay in 6105, but most hooded knit tops are classified as sweatshirts under 6110.
Which countries are the top exporters of men's cotton knit shirt (HS 610510)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610510 (the code used for men's cotton knit shirt) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $1.3B, 21% of world exports), China ($573M) and Vietnam (about $513M). World exports came to about $6.3B, 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 cotton knit shirt (HS 610510)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610510 (the code used for men's cotton knit shirt) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($911M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($624M) and France ($365M). World imports came to about $5.7B, 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 cotton knit shirt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610510 for Men's cotton knit shirt 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 cotton knit shirt in Brazil?
In Brazil, men's cotton knit shirt (HS 610510) is classified under NCM 6105.10.00.