Product classification

HS code for Striped cotton knit fabric: 6006.23

Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, of yarns of different colours.

Classification of striped cotton knit fabric under HS 6006.23

The classification of striped cotton knit fabric under HS code 6006.23 is based on the textile's fiber content and its specific decorative construction. Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 60 covers all knitted or crocheted fabrics. Heading 60.06 is a residual category for fabrics that are not pile fabrics, labels, or high-elastomeric materials. The 6006.23 subheading is designated for fabrics where cotton is the predominant fiber by weight. The 'yarns of different colors' designation indicates that the striped pattern is achieved by knitting together yarns that have been dyed different colors prior to the knitting process. This is a technical requirement; if the stripes were applied via a printing process after the fabric was knitted, the classification would shift to 6006.24. Proper classification requires a laboratory analysis or a detailed manufacturer's specification confirming the cotton percentage and the yarn-dyeing method.

Covers
  • Striped cotton jersey
  • Cotton interlock with yarn-dyed stripes
  • Cotton piqué knit with multi-colored stripes
  • Lightweight cotton knits for t-shirts with integrated stripes
  • Cotton-rich blends (over 50% cotton) with yarn-dyed patterns
Also under 6006.23
  • Ralph Lauren (polo shirts)
  • Tommy Hilfiger (striped apparel)
  • Carter's (children's wear)
  • Lacoste (polo shirts)
  • Benetton (colorful knitwear)

Codes often confused with 6006.23

Common mistake. A frequent mistake is classifying this fabric under 6006.33 (synthetic) or 6006.43 (artificial) when the fiber blend is misunderstood. Additionally, it is often confused with woven cotton twill (5208.43); however, the mechanical structure (knitted vs. woven) is the primary determinant between Chapter 60 and Chapter 52. If the fabric contains 5% or more elastomeric yarn, it must be moved to heading 60.04, specifically 6004.10.

6006.33Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, of yarns of different colours6006.43Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours5208.43Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m26004.10Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn but not containing rubber thread

Top exporters and importers of HS 600623 (the code used for striped cotton knit fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600623 (the code used for striped cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 29% 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 600623, not only striped cotton knit fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $235M
  2. 2 Italy $24M
  3. 3 South Korea $21M

World total: $362M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$113M
  2. 2 Morocco $48M
  3. 3 Cambodia* ~$43M

World total: $385M 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 striped cotton knit fabric

Brazil classifies striped cotton knit fabric under NCM 6006.23.00: HS 6006.23 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about striped cotton knit fabric

What is the HS code for Striped cotton knit fabric?

The HS code for Striped cotton knit fabric is 600623 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, of yarns of different colours).

How do I classify Striped cotton knit fabric for customs?

Striped cotton knit fabric is classified under HS code 600623 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, of yarns of different colours. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the HS code for striped cotton jersey?

Striped cotton jersey is classified under HS code 6006.23, assuming the stripes are knitted with different colored yarns and it is not a pile fabric.

Does the weight of the cotton knit affect the 6006.23 classification?

Unlike woven fabrics in Chapter 52, the 6006.23 classification for knitted cotton does not typically depend on the weight per square meter, provided it meets the 'yarns of different colors' criteria.

Which countries are the top exporters of striped cotton knit fabric (HS 600623)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600623 (the code used for striped cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($235M, 65% of world exports), Italy ($24M) and South Korea ($21M). World exports came to about $362M, 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 striped cotton knit fabric (HS 600623)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 600623 (the code used for striped cotton knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $113M, 29% of world imports), Morocco ($48M) and Cambodia (about $43M). World imports came to about $385M, 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 Striped cotton knit fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 600623 for Striped cotton knit fabric 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 striped cotton knit fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, striped cotton knit fabric (HS 600623) is classified under NCM 6006.23.00.