Product classification
HS code for Men's cotton shirts: 6205.20
Shirts, men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of men's cotton shirts under HS 6205.20
Men's cotton shirts are classified under HS code 6205.20. This classification is based on the garment's construction as a woven article (Chapter 62) and its specific design as a shirt for men or boys. Under the Harmonized System, shirts are defined as garments designed to cover the upper part of the body, typically featuring long or short sleeves and a full or partial opening starting from the neckline. To fall under 6205.20, the shirt must be made of woven cotton fabric where cotton is the predominant textile fiber by weight. The construction must not be knitted or crocheted, which would instead place the item in Chapter 61. Customs officials look for specific features such as a collar and a buttoned placket. If the garment has pockets below the waist or a ribbed waistband, it may be reclassified as a jacket or an outer garment. The use of GRI 1 and GRI 6 ensures that the product is placed in the most specific subheading available for woven cotton shirts.
- Covers
- Men's woven cotton dress shirts
- Men's woven cotton casual button-down shirts
- Boys' woven cotton school shirts
- Woven cotton flannel shirts for men
- Woven cotton oxford shirts
- Also under 6205.20
- Ralph Lauren Polo Oxford shirts
- Brooks Brothers dress shirts
- Levi's denim shirts
- Uniqlo cotton casual shirts
Codes often confused with 6205.20
Common mistake. A common error is classifying these under 6105.10, which is reserved for men's cotton shirts that are knitted or crocheted (such as polo shirts or jersey shirts). Another misclassification involves HS code 6206, which is for women's or girls' blouses and shirts; the distinction is usually based on the direction of the buttoning (left over right for men). Additionally, if the shirt is made of denim, some national tariffs may require classification under specific subheadings, though 6205.20 remains the primary international standard for woven cotton shirts.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620520 (the code used for men's cotton shirts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620520 (the code used for men's cotton shirts) in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 620520, not only men's cotton shirts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$1.8B 20% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $1.1B 12% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$808M 8.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $9.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.7B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $784M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 France $465M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $8.3B 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 shirts
Brazil classifies men's cotton shirts under NCM 6205.20.00: HS 6205.20 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 shirts
What is the HS code for Men's cotton shirts?
The HS code for Men's cotton shirts is 620520 (Shirts; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for men's or boys' woven cotton shirts is 6205.20.
How do I classify Men's cotton shirts for customs?
Men's cotton shirts is classified under HS code 620520 — Shirts; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are T-shirts classified under this code?
No, T-shirts are typically knitted and are classified under HS code 6109.10 for cotton or 6109.90 for other materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of men's cotton shirts (HS 620520)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620520 (the code used for men's cotton shirts) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $1.8B, 20% of world exports), China ($1.1B) and Vietnam (about $808M). World exports came to about $9.1B, 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 shirts (HS 620520)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620520 (the code used for men's cotton shirts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.7B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($784M) and France ($465M). World imports came to about $8.3B, 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.
Is the HS code for Men's cotton shirts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620520 for Men's cotton shirts 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 shirts in Brazil?
In Brazil, men's cotton shirts (HS 620520) is classified under NCM 6205.20.00.