HS Code for Multi-color cotton knit fabric

HS code 6006.23 is utilized for the classification of knitted or crocheted fabrics made primarily of cotton that feature multiple colors. To qualify for this specific subheading, the fabric must be constructed from yarns of different colors, a process often referred to as "yarn-dyed." This means the multi-colored effect is created during the knitting process by alternating different colored yarns, rather than printing a design on a white fabric or dyeing a finished piece in a single color. This classification falls under Chapter 60, which covers all knitted or crocheted fabrics. Specifically, heading 6006 is a residual category for fabrics that are not pile fabrics (60.01), bolducs (60.02), or fabrics containing 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn (60.04). For cotton fabrics, the weight and the method of coloring are the primary drivers of the sub-heading. Accurate classification requires a laboratory analysis or a detailed manufacturer's specification to confirm that the cotton content is the predominant fiber by weight and that the color is integrated via the yarn rather than surface application.

Products Included

• Yarn-dyed cotton jersey with stripes
• Multi-color cotton interlock fabrics
• Cotton jacquard knits using various colored yarns
• Cotton bird's eye mesh with multi-color yarn construction
• Patterned cotton rib-knits (non-printed)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 6006.24, which is reserved for printed cotton knit fabrics. If the multi-color effect is achieved through screen or digital printing, 6006.24 is the correct code. Additionally, 6006.22 is often used incorrectly for these fabrics; however, 6006.22 is strictly for fabrics dyed in a single uniform color (piece-dyed). Importers also confuse this with woven cotton fabrics, which are found in Chapter 52 (e.g., 5208 or 5209).

FAQ

What is the HS code for multi-color cotton knit fabric?

The HS code is 6006.23, which covers knitted or crocheted cotton fabrics made of yarns of different colors.

Does this code include fabrics with spandex?

If the fabric contains 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn (spandex/elastane), it must be classified under heading 60.04 instead of 6006.23.