HS Code for Patterned cotton knit fabric

Patterned cotton knit fabric produced using a warp knitting process is classified under HS code 6005.23. This code is part of Chapter 60, which covers knitted or crocheted fabrics. The classification is specific to "warp knit" fabrics, which differ from the more common "weft knit" (circular knit) fabrics in their stitch structure. The subheading 6005.23 specifically identifies fabrics made of cotton that are composed of yarns of different colors. This "yarn-dyed" characteristic creates patterns, stripes, or checks within the knit structure itself, rather than being printed on the surface after the fabric is made. This classification requires the fabric to be at least 50% cotton by weight and produced on galloon or Raschel knitting machines.

Products Included

• Warp-knit cotton jacquard fabrics
• Striped cotton tricot fabrics (yarn-dyed)
• Patterned Raschel knit cotton lace
• Multi-colored warp-knit mesh for apparel
• Checked cotton warp-knit textiles

Common Misclassification

This fabric is frequently misclassified under 6006.23, which covers "other" cotton knit fabrics (primarily weft or circular knits) of different colored yarns. It may also be confused with 6005.24, which is for printed warp-knit cotton fabrics. If the fabric is a pile fabric (like velvet or terry), it must be classified under 6001 regardless of the knitting method. Importers must distinguish between warp-knit and weft-knit structures to apply 6005 correctly.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Patterned cotton knit fabric?

The HS code for warp-knit patterned cotton fabric made of yarns of different colors is 6005.23.

What is the difference between 6005.23 and 6005.24?

6005.23 is for fabrics where the pattern is created by using different colored yarns during knitting, while 6005.24 is for fabrics that are printed with a pattern after the knitting process is complete.