HS Code for Men's wool coat

The classification of a men's wool coat under HS code 6201.20 is based on its function as heavy outerwear and its material composition. Heading 6201 is dedicated to overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, and wind-cheaters designed to provide protection against the elements. Sub-heading 6201.20 specifically identifies garments where wool or fine animal hair is the predominant material by weight. These garments are characterized by their length (often extending below the hip) and their construction from woven fabrics. To qualify for this code, the coat must not be part of a suit set (which would fall under 6203). The distinction between an overcoat (6201) and a jacket (6203) often depends on the garment's length and its intended use as an outermost layer. Wool coats are prized for their thermal properties, and for customs purposes, the exact percentage of wool must be documented. If the coat contains a blend of fibers, it remains under 6201.20 as long as wool or fine animal hair represents the greatest percentage by weight among the textile components. Fine animal hair includes the hair of alpaca, cashmere goat, or camel. The construction must be woven; knitted wool coats are classified under heading 6101. Additionally, the garment must have features typical of outerwear, such as a heavy lining, large buttons or toggles, and a cut that allows it to be worn over other clothing. Under the General Rules of Interpretation, specifically GRI 1 and 6, the description of the sub-heading 6201.20 is legally binding for products meeting these physical and material criteria.

Products Included

• Men's woven wool overcoats
• Boys' cashmere car-coats
• Men's woven wool capes and cloaks
• Wool-blend duffle coats (predominantly wool)
• Men's woven wool raincoats

Common Misclassification

A common error is misclassifying wool jackets as coats. Jackets (shorter, less protective) belong in 6203.31. Another error is ignoring the fabric construction; knitted wool coats belong in 6101.20. Finally, if the coat is made of man-made fibers rather than wool, it should be in 6201.40.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Men's wool coat?

The HS code for a men's woven overcoat or car-coat made of wool or fine animal hair is 6201.20.

What qualifies as "fine animal hair" for this code?

Fine animal hair includes the hair of the alpaca, llama, vicuna, camel, yak, Angora, Tibetan, or Kashmir goats, and similar animals, but not common sheep's wool.