HS Code for Women's cotton briefs

Women's cotton briefs are classified under HS code 6208.91 because they fall within Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted. Heading 6208 specifically encompasses women's or girls' singlets and other vests, slips, petticoats, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pajamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns, and similar articles. The classification is further refined by the material composition; the suffix .91 denotes that the primary material is cotton. To qualify for this code, the garment must be constructed from woven fabric rather than knitted fabric, and the cotton content must typically be the predominant textile material by weight. This classification follows the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, ensuring that the product is categorized by its specific function as undergarment and its material origin.

Products Included

• Woven cotton panties
• Woven cotton briefs
• Cotton hipsters (non-knitted)
• Cotton bikini-style undergarments (woven)
• Girls' cotton briefs (woven)

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 6108.21. While both codes cover cotton briefs, 6108.21 is reserved for knitted or crocheted articles. Since the vast majority of modern underwear is knitted for stretch, 6208.91 is often incorrectly applied to jersey-knit cotton panties. Additionally, if the briefs are made of synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon, they should be classified under 6208.92, not 6208.91.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Women's cotton briefs?

The HS code for women's or girls' cotton briefs that are not knitted or crocheted is 6208.91.

How do I distinguish between 6208.91 and 6108.21?

The distinction lies in the fabric construction. Use 6208.91 for woven fabrics (which do not have the looped structure of knits) and 6108.21 for knitted or jersey fabrics.