HS Code for Women's cotton suit

HS code 6204.12 is applied to women's or girls' suits made of woven cotton. According to the legal notes in Chapter 62 of the Harmonized System, a 'suit' is defined as a set of garments composed of two or three pieces made up in the same outer surface material. This set must include a suit coat or jacket and a second garment, which can be trousers, a skirt, or shorts. All components must be of the same fabric construction, color, and composition to qualify as a suit. They must also be of a corresponding or compatible size. This classification is essential for international trade as it distinguishes formal or professional sets from casual ensembles. The use of woven cotton provides a specific texture and durability that differentiates these items from knitted alternatives. Under General Interpretative Rule 3, if a set does not meet the strict definition of a suit, the components may need to be classified separately or as an ensemble.

Products Included

• Women's woven cotton pant suits
• Women's woven cotton skirt suits
• Women's woven cotton blazer and shorts sets
• Three-piece cotton suits (jacket, vest, and trousers)

Common Misclassification

A common error is confusing a suit (6204.12) with an ensemble (6204.22). An ensemble consists of several garments that are not all made of the same fabric or color but are put up for retail sale as a set. If the jacket and trousers have even a slight variation in weave or shade, they must be classified under 6204.22. Additionally, knitted suits are often misclassified here; they belong under 6104.19. Importers also frequently mistake men's cotton suits (6203.12) for women's. The distinction is usually made based on the side of the buttoning: women's garments typically close right-over-left.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a women's cotton suit?

The HS code for a women's or girls' suit made of woven cotton is 6204.12. This requires the jacket and lower garment to match exactly in material and color.

What happens if the jacket and pants are different colors?

If the components are made of different colors or fabrics, the set is classified as an ensemble under HS code 6204.22 rather than a suit under 6204.12.