Product classification
HS code for Men's knit briefs: 6107.19
Underpants and briefs, men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Classification of men's knit briefs under HS 6107.19
The classification of men's knit briefs under HS code 6107.19 follows the hierarchical structure of the Harmonized System, which prioritizes the method of manufacture and the material used. As a knitted product, it is placed in Chapter 61. Heading 6107 specifically includes underpants and briefs. The classification further narrows down by material; while cotton briefs fall under 6107.11 and man-made fiber briefs fall under 6107.12, 6107.19 is reserved for all other textile materials. This includes luxury fibers like silk or natural fibers like linen and hemp. To be classified here, the item must be an undergarment designed to be worn next to the skin. The distinction between "underpants" and "briefs" is often negligible for HS classification purposes, as both are grouped together. However, the distinction between knitted and woven is critical, as woven underpants are classified under heading 6207. Proper documentation of the fiber percentage is required to justify the use of the "other textile materials" subheading.
- Covers
- Men's knitted silk briefs
- Knitted linen underpants
- Knitted hemp boxers
- Knitted briefs made of ramie
- Other knitted undergarments of non-cotton/non-synthetic fibers
- Also under 6107.19
- Smartwool Merino Boxer Briefs
- Icebreaker Merino Underwear
- Boody Bamboo Underwear
- Derek Rose Silk Boxers
Codes often confused with 6107.19
Common mistake. Briefs are often misclassified under 6107.11 if they are mistakenly identified as cotton, or 6107.12 if they are mistaken for synthetic fibers. Another error is using 6207.19, which is for woven underpants. It is vital to distinguish between the knit structure of 6107 and the woven structure of 6207 during the declaration process.
Top exporters and importers of HS 610719 (the code used for men's knit briefs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610719 (the code used for men's knit briefs) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.5% 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 610719, not only men's knit briefs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $95M 38% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$20M 8.1% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $17M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $16M 8.5% of world imports
- 2 United States $16M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $15M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $192M 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 knit briefs
Brazil classifies men's knit briefs under NCM 6107.19.00: HS 6107.19 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 knit briefs
What is the HS code for Men's knit briefs?
The HS code for Men's knit briefs is 610719 (Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted). Men's knitted briefs made from materials other than cotton or man-made fibers are classified under HS code 6107.19.
How do I classify Men's knit briefs for customs?
Men's knit briefs is classified under HS code 610719 — Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are silk boxers classified here?
Yes, if the silk boxers are knitted, they fall under 6107.19; however, if they are woven, they must be classified under 6207.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of men's knit briefs (HS 610719)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610719 (the code used for men's knit briefs) in UN Comtrade data were India ($95M, 38% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $20M) and China ($17M). World exports came to about $251M, 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 knit briefs (HS 610719)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610719 (the code used for men's knit briefs) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($16M, 8.5% of world imports), the United States ($16M) and Saudi Arabia ($15M). World imports came to about $192M, 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 knit briefs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610719 for Men's knit 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 knit briefs in Brazil?
In Brazil, men's knit briefs (HS 610719) is classified under NCM 6107.19.00.