Product classification
HS code for Tights: 6115.29
Hosiery, panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Classification of tights under HS 6115.29
HS code 6115.29 covers pantyhose and tights that are knitted or crocheted and made from textile materials other than synthetic fibers. This classification is part of the broader category for hosiery and is distinguished by both the garment type and the material composition. Tights are defined as garments designed to cover the body from the waist to the toes or ankles, fitting closely to the skin. To fall under 6115.29, the primary material must be a natural fiber such as cotton, wool, silk, or a blend where synthetic fibers do not constitute the main component by weight. The "knitted or crocheted" requirement is fundamental; woven garments would fall under a different chapter entirely (Chapter 62). This code specifically excludes graduated compression hosiery, which is used for medical purposes to promote blood flow and is classified under 6115.10. The classification is essential for the apparel industry to ensure compliance with textile trade agreements and to apply the correct duty rates, which often vary significantly between synthetic and natural fiber garments.
- Covers
- Cotton knitted tights for adults and children
- Woolen tights for cold weather wear
- Silk blend knitted pantyhose
- Knitted tights made from flax or linen fibers
- Non-synthetic crocheted fashion tights
- Also under 6115.29
- Smartwool Merino Wool Tights
- Falke Cotton Touch Tights
- John Lewis & Partners Cashmere Blend Tights
- Uniqlo Heattech Cotton Blend Tights
- Cosy House Collection Bamboo Tights
Codes often confused with 6115.29
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification involves HS codes 6115.21 and 6115.22, which are reserved for pantyhose and tights made of synthetic fibers (e.g., nylon or elastane) with varying decitex measurements. Importers often default to these codes without verifying the fiber content. Another common error is using 6115.10 for standard tights; 6115.10 is strictly for graduated compression hosiery. Additionally, leggings are sometimes misclassified here, but if they do not cover the feet, they may be classified as trousers under 6104 or 6106 depending on their construction and gender designation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611529 (the code used for tights), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611529 (the code used for tights) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 611529, not only tights.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $160M 32% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $79M 16% of world exports
- 3 India $68M 13% of world exports
World total: $501M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $51M 12% of world imports
- 2 Russia* ~$39M 9.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Japan $33M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $415M 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 codes for tights
Brazil splits HS 6115.29 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6115.29.10Non-compression tights of wool or fine hair
- 6115.29.20Non-compression cotton tights
- 6115.29.90Non-compression tights of other textiles
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tights
What is the HS code for Tights?
The HS code for Tights is 611529 (Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted).
How do I classify Tights for customs?
Tights is classified under HS code 611529 — Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for cotton tights?
Cotton tights that are knitted or crocheted are classified under HS code 6115.29.
Are synthetic nylon tights included in this code?
No, synthetic fiber tights are classified under 6115.21 or 6115.22, depending on their thickness (decitex).
Which countries are the top exporters of tights (HS 611529)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611529 (the code used for tights) in UN Comtrade data were China ($160M, 32% of world exports), Türkiye ($79M) and India ($68M). World exports came to about $501M, 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 tights (HS 611529)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611529 (the code used for tights) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($51M, 12% of world imports), Russia (about $39M) and Japan ($33M). World imports came to about $415M, 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 Tights the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611529 for Tights 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 tights in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 611529 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for tights depends on the product's details: 6115.29.10 (Non-compression tights of wool or fine hair), 6115.29.20 (Non-compression cotton tights), 6115.29.90 (Non-compression tights of other textiles).