Product classification
HS code for Women's cotton negligees: 6208.91
Singlets and other vests, briefs, panties, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of women's cotton negligees under HS 6208.91
Women's cotton negligees are classified under HS code 6208.91 when they are manufactured from woven cotton fabrics. Chapter 62 of the Harmonized System is specifically designated for articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted. Heading 6208 encompasses a variety of women's undergarments and loungewear, including singlets, negligees, and bathrobes. The classification depends heavily on the textile construction; woven fabrics are created by interlacing warp and weft yarns at right angles. Because these negligees are made of cotton and are not knitted, they fall into the 6208.91 category. This classification is essential for customs purposes to ensure correct duty application based on the manufacturing technique and material composition. The garment must be primarily cotton by weight to qualify for the 91 subheading. If the garment is made of synthetic fibers or silk, it would be classified under different subheadings within the same 6208 heading.
- Covers
- Woven cotton negligees
- Woven cotton bed-jackets
- Cotton dressing gowns (woven)
- Woven cotton bathrobes
- Cotton housecoats (woven)
- Lightweight woven cotton loungewear
- Also under 6208.91
- Hanes Women's Woven Cotton Briefs
- Lands' End Women's Cotton Robe
- Eileen West Cotton Nightgown (if also a dressing gown)
- Calvin Klein Cotton Woven Shorts
Codes often confused with 6208.91
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for this product is HS code 6108.91, which applies to negligees that are knitted or crocheted. Importers often confuse the two because the garments may look similar, but the technical construction of the fabric is the deciding factor. Additionally, some may attempt to classify negligees under HS code 6208.21, which is specifically for nightdresses and pyjamas. While the line between a negligee and a nightdress can be thin, negligees are generally categorized with dressing gowns and bathrobes under 6208.91 unless they are clearly designed as primary sleepwear.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620891 (the code used for women's cotton negligees), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620891 (the code used for women's cotton negligees) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% 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 620891, not only women's cotton negligees.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $204M 27% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $118M 16% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$67M 8.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $757M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $181M 26% of world imports
- 2 France $85M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $65M 9.4% of world imports
World total: $694M 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 women's cotton negligees
Brazil classifies women's cotton negligees under NCM 6208.91.00: HS 6208.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about women's cotton negligees
What is the HS code for Women's cotton negligees?
The HS code for Women's cotton negligees is 620891 (Singlets and other vests, briefs, panties, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for woven women's cotton negligees is 6208.91. If the negligee is knitted, the correct code is 6108.91.
How do I classify Women's cotton negligees for customs?
Women's cotton negligees is classified under HS code 620891 — Singlets and other vests, briefs, panties, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the cotton percentage affect the HS code?
Yes, the garment must be composed of more than 50% cotton by weight to be classified under 6208.91. If synthetic fibers predominate, it would likely move to 6208.92.
Which countries are the top exporters of women's cotton negligees (HS 620891)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620891 (the code used for women's cotton negligees) in UN Comtrade data were China ($204M, 27% of world exports), Türkiye ($118M) and Vietnam (about $67M). World exports came to about $757M, 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 women's cotton negligees (HS 620891)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620891 (the code used for women's cotton negligees) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($181M, 26% of world imports), France ($85M) and Germany ($65M). World imports came to about $694M, 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 Women's cotton negligees the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620891 for Women's cotton negligees 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 women's cotton negligees in Brazil?
In Brazil, women's cotton negligees (HS 620891) is classified under NCM 6208.91.00.