Product classification
HS code for Men's knit shirt: 6105.90
Shirts, men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Classification of men's knit shirt under HS 6105.90
Men's knit shirts are classified under HS code 6105.90 when they are made of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers. Heading 6105 specifically covers shirts that are knitted or crocheted. A shirt in this context is generally understood to be a garment designed to cover the upper part of the body, having long or short sleeves and a full or partial opening starting from the neckline. This code is a residual category for shirts made of silk, linen, or wool. It is important to distinguish these from T-shirts or singlets, which are classified under heading 6109. The presence of a collar and a buttoned or otherwise fastened opening is usually the deciding factor that places a garment in 6105 rather than 6109. The knitting process provides the garment with elasticity and a specific texture that differentiates it from woven shirts found in Heading 6205.
- Covers
- Silk knit polo shirts
- Wool knit shirts with collars
- Linen knit shirts for men
- Knitted shirts made of hemp or ramie
- Silk-blend knit shirts (non-man-made predominant)
- Also under 6105.90
- John Smedley merino polo
- Loro Piana cashmere shirt
- Todd Snyder linen knit polo
- Zegna wool blend shirt
- Brunello Cucinelli silk knit tee
Codes often confused with 6105.90
Common mistake. The most common error is classifying a knit shirt as a T-shirt under 6109.10 (cotton) or 6109.90 (other). T-shirts must not have a collar or an opening at the neckline. Another common mistake is ignoring the fiber content; cotton knit shirts belong in 6105.10, and shirts made of man-made fibers like polyester or rayon belong in 6105.20. If the shirt is woven, it must be classified under heading 6205. Proper identification of the knit structure and the fiber type is mandatory for compliance with customs regulations.
Top exporters and importers of HS 610590 (the code used for men's knit shirt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610590 (the code used for men's knit shirt) in UN Comtrade data was Pakistan, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 15% 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 610590, not only men's knit shirt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Pakistan $430M 43% of world exports
- 2 India $149M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $102M 10% of world exports
World total: $992M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Portugal $67M 15% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$37M 8.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Kingdom $36M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $452M 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 shirt
Brazil classifies men's knit shirt under NCM 6105.90.00: HS 6105.90 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 shirt
What is the HS code for Men's knit shirt?
The HS code for Men's knit shirt is 610590 (Shirts; men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted). The HS code for men's knit shirts made of materials other than cotton or man-made fibers is 6105.90.
How do I classify Men's knit shirt for customs?
Men's knit shirt is classified under HS code 610590 — Shirts; 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.
Is a polo shirt classified under this code?
Yes, a knitted polo shirt made of silk or wool is classified under 6105.90 because it has a collar and a partial neck opening.
Which countries are the top exporters of men's knit shirt (HS 610590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610590 (the code used for men's knit shirt) in UN Comtrade data were Pakistan ($430M, 43% of world exports), India ($149M) and Italy ($102M). World exports came to about $992M, 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 shirt (HS 610590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610590 (the code used for men's knit shirt) in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($67M, 15% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $37M) and the United Kingdom ($36M). World imports came to about $452M, 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 shirt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610590 for Men's 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 knit shirt in Brazil?
In Brazil, men's knit shirt (HS 610590) is classified under NCM 6105.90.00.