Product classification
HS code for Women's knit briefs: 6108.29
Briefs and panties, women's or girls', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Classification of women's knit briefs under HS 6108.29
Women's knit briefs and panties made from specialty fibers are classified under HS code 6108.29. This classification is governed by the material composition and the manufacturing method. As part of Chapter 61, the items must be knitted or crocheted. Heading 6108 covers a range of intimate apparel, including slips, nightdresses, and bathrobes. The subheadings under 6108.2x are divided by fiber type: 6108.21 for cotton, 6108.22 for man-made fibers, and 6108.29 for other materials. This "other" category is essential for products made of silk, wool, or other animal hairs. The classification remains consistent regardless of the presence of lace, embroidery, or elastic waistbands, provided the primary component of the garment is a knitted textile material other than cotton or synthetic/artificial fibers. Accurate classification requires a laboratory analysis of the fiber content if the label is unclear, as the duty rates can vary significantly between material types. It is also important to note that these must be for women or girls; men's underpants are classified under heading 6107.
- Covers
- Silk knitted panties
- Woolen knit briefs
- Linen blend knitted undergarments
- Hemp fiber knitted panties
- Cashmere blend knitted briefs
- Also under 6108.29
- Cosabella Never Say Never Comfie Thong (modal blend)
- Lunya Washable Silk Brief
- Boody Bamboo EcoWear Brief
- Hanro Woolen Silk Panty
Codes often confused with 6108.29
Common mistake. Common misclassifications include 6108.21 for cotton briefs and 6108.22 for synthetic briefs. Additionally, woven panties are classified under 6208.29. Importers often confuse bamboo-derived viscose with "other" materials, but viscose is technically a man-made fiber (6108.22).
Top exporters and importers of HS 610829 (the code used for women's knit briefs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610829 (the code used for women's knit briefs) in UN Comtrade data was Sri Lanka, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, 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 610829, not only women's knit briefs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Sri Lanka $84M 35% of world exports
- 2 India $36M 15% of world exports
- 3 China $20M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $242M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $18M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $10M 6.4% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$8.6M 5.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $158M 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 knit briefs
Brazil classifies women's knit briefs under NCM 6108.29.00: HS 6108.29 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 knit briefs
What is the HS code for Women's knit briefs?
The HS code for Women's knit briefs is 610829 (Briefs and panties; women's or girls', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted). The HS code for women's knit briefs made of silk or wool is 6108.29. Cotton versions use 6108.21.
How do I classify Women's knit briefs for customs?
Women's knit briefs is classified under HS code 610829 — Briefs and panties; women's or girls', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are silk panties classified under this code?
Yes, as long as they are knitted or crocheted and made of silk, they fall under HS code 6108.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of women's knit briefs (HS 610829)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610829 (the code used for women's knit briefs) in UN Comtrade data were Sri Lanka ($84M, 35% of world exports), India ($36M) and China ($20M). World exports came to about $242M, 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 knit briefs (HS 610829)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610829 (the code used for women's knit briefs) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($18M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($10M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $8.6M). World imports came to about $158M, 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 knit briefs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610829 for Women's knit briefs 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 knit briefs in Brazil?
In Brazil, women's knit briefs (HS 610829) is classified under NCM 6108.29.00.