Product classification
HS code for Women's protective clothing: 6210.50
Garments, women's or girls', n.e.c. in item no. 6210.3, of the fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of women's protective clothing under HS 6210.50
Classification under HS code 6210.50 is determined primarily by the nature of the textile fabric used in the garment's construction rather than the specific design of the garment itself. This code covers women's or girls' garments that are not categorized as outerwear (such as raincoats or overcoats) but are manufactured from specialized fabrics defined in headings 56.02, 56.03, 59.03, 59.06, or 59.07. These materials include felt, nonwovens, and fabrics that have been impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics, rubber, or other substances. The classification is considered material-driven, meaning the presence of the coating or the nonwoven nature of the base material takes precedence over the specific style of the garment, provided it is not an overcoat. This often includes protective industrial wear or medical garments designed for single or limited use, as well as fashion items utilizing technical textiles that provide a barrier against liquids or chemicals. To qualify for this code, the coating on the fabric must be visible to the naked eye, otherwise, the garment might be classified based on the underlying textile fiber.
- Covers
- Disposable nonwoven lab coats for women
- Plastic-coated protective aprons
- Rubberized safety vests for female industrial workers
- Nonwoven surgical gowns for women
- Garments made from laminated technical textiles for chemical protection
- Also under 6210.50
- Specific outdoor activity pants for women
- specialized protective workwear for women
- fashion items using unique coated textiles
- specialized uniform components for women
Codes often confused with 6210.50
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 6204, which covers standard woven suits, jackets, and ensembles. The primary distinction lies in the fabric treatment; if the fabric is coated, laminated, or nonwoven, 6210.50 applies. It is also frequently confused with 6210.30, which is reserved specifically for outerwear like raincoats and overcoats. If the garment is intended for general protection rather than weather protection, 6210.50 is the correct choice.
Top exporters and importers of HS 621050 (the code used for women's protective clothing), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 621050 (the code used for women's protective clothing) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 621050, not only women's protective clothing.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $871M 34% of world exports
- 2 Italy $253M 10% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$242M 9.5% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $245M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $241M 11% of world imports
- 3 Italy $182M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 protective clothing
Brazil classifies women's protective clothing under NCM 6210.50.00: HS 6210.50 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 protective clothing
What is the HS code for Women's protective clothing?
The HS code for Women's protective clothing is 621050 (Garments; women's or girls', n.e.c. in item no. 6210.3, of the fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for women's protective clothing made from coated, impregnated, or nonwoven fabrics is 6210.50.
How do I classify Women's protective clothing for customs?
Women's protective clothing is classified under HS code 621050 — Garments; women's or girls', n.e.c. in item no. 6210.3, of the fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 6210.50 and 6210.40?
HS code 6210.40 is designated for men's or boys' garments of the same material types, while 6210.50 is strictly for women's or girls' apparel.
Which countries are the top exporters of women's protective clothing (HS 621050)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 621050 (the code used for women's protective clothing) in UN Comtrade data were China ($871M, 34% of world exports), Italy ($253M) and Vietnam (about $242M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 protective clothing (HS 621050)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 621050 (the code used for women's protective clothing) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($245M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($241M) and Italy ($182M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 protective clothing the same in all countries?
The base HS code 621050 for Women's protective clothing 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 protective clothing in Brazil?
In Brazil, women's protective clothing (HS 621050) is classified under NCM 6210.50.00.