Product classification
HS code for Women's nightgowns: 6208.29
Nightdresses and pyjamas, women's or girls', of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of women's nightgowns under HS 6208.29
The classification of women's nightgowns under HS code 6208.29 applies to garments that are not knitted or crocheted and are made from textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers. Heading 6208 covers a range of undergarments and sleepwear, including nightdresses and pyjamas. Subheading 6208.29 is a specific category for items made of "other" materials, most notably silk or linen. Unlike Chapter 61, Chapter 62 is reserved for woven garments. Nightdresses are defined as garments intended for wear while sleeping, typically loose-fitting and varying in length. Because 6208.21 is reserved for cotton and 6208.22 for man-made fibers (like polyester or nylon), 6208.29 is the correct destination for luxury silk nightgowns or traditional linen sleepwear. Accurate classification requires a clear understanding of the weaving process used to create the fabric and a precise breakdown of the fiber content. If the garment contains a mix of fibers, the material that predominates by weight determines the subheading. This code specifically excludes knitted nightwear, which is found in heading 6108. It also excludes bathrobes and dressing gowns if they are not specifically designed as nightdresses, although they are often found in the same heading (6208.91-99). Importers must ensure that the garment is clearly intended for use as sleepwear to avoid classification as a standard dress under 6204.
- Covers
- Woven silk nightgowns
- Woven linen pyjamas
- Silk negligées (woven)
- Hemp-fiber woven nightdresses
- Ramie-blend woven sleepwear
- Also under 6208.29
- Olivia von Halle Silk Pyjamas
- Lunya Washable Silk Pyjama Set
- Eberjey Gisele Silk Pyjamas
- LilySilk Silk Pyjamas
Codes often confused with 6208.29
Common mistake. The most common error is misclassifying these items under 6108.39, which is for knitted nightdresses of other textile materials. Another frequent mistake is using 6208.21 (cotton) or 6208.22 (man-made fibers) when the garment is actually silk. Additionally, if a nightgown is stylish enough to be worn as a day dress, customs may attempt to reclassify it under 6204.49 (woven dresses of other fibers).
Top exporters and importers of HS 620829 (the code used for women's nightgowns), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620829 (the code used for women's nightgowns) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 10% 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 620829, not only women's nightgowns.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $50M 34% of world exports
- 2 India $18M 12% of world exports
- 3 Italy $12M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $147M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $12M 10% of world imports
- 2 United States $11M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 Chile $9.6M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $121M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 nightgowns
Brazil classifies women's nightgowns under NCM 6208.29.00: HS 6208.29 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 nightgowns
What is the HS code for Women's nightgowns?
The HS code for Women's nightgowns is 620829 (Nightdresses and pyjamas; women's or girls', of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)).
How do I classify Women's nightgowns for customs?
Women's nightgowns is classified under HS code 620829 — Nightdresses and pyjamas; women's or girls', of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a 100% silk nightgown?
A women's woven 100% silk nightgown is classified under HS code 6208.29.
Does this code include pyjama sets?
Yes, HS code 6208.29 includes both nightdresses and pyjamas made of woven "other" textile materials like silk or linen.
Which countries are the top exporters of women's nightgowns (HS 620829)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620829 (the code used for women's nightgowns) in UN Comtrade data were China ($50M, 34% of world exports), India ($18M) and Italy ($12M). World exports came to about $147M, 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 nightgowns (HS 620829)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620829 (the code used for women's nightgowns) in UN Comtrade data were France ($12M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($11M) and Chile ($9.6M). World imports came to about $121M, 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 nightgowns the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620829 for Women's nightgowns 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 nightgowns in Brazil?
In Brazil, women's nightgowns (HS 620829) is classified under NCM 6208.29.00.