Product classification
HS code for Women's slips: 6208.19
Slips and petticoats, women's or girls', of textile materials other than man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of women's slips under HS 6208.19
Women's slips and petticoats are classified under HS code 6208.19 when they are woven (not knitted) and made from textile materials other than man-made fibers. This primarily includes undergarments made from natural fibers such as silk, cotton, or linen. Slips are sleeveless undergarments worn beneath dresses or skirts to provide a smooth silhouette, prevent transparency, or improve the hang of the outer garment. Petticoats are similar but are usually worn from the waist down to provide volume or an extra layer under a skirt. The distinction between 6208.19 and other codes in the 6208 group is strictly based on the fiber content and the construction method. Because these are considered 'innerwear' or 'under-apparel,' they are separated from outerwear skirts, even though their construction may appear similar to a simple skirt. The 'not knitted' requirement is a fundamental rule for Chapter 62, as all knitted undergarments are moved to Chapter 61. For luxury silk lingerie that is woven, this is the standard classification code.
- Covers
- Woven silk full slips
- Cotton petticoats (woven)
- Linen under-skirts
- Lace-trimmed silk slips (if the base fabric is woven silk)
- Natural fiber half-slips
- Also under 6208.19
- Natori Silk Chemise
- Hanro Cotton Slip
- Eileen West Cotton Lawn Slip
- Lunya Washable Silk Slip Dress
Codes often confused with 6208.19
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 6208.11, which is the classification for slips and petticoats made from man-made fibers like polyester, nylon, or acetate. It is also confused with 6108.19, which covers slips that are knitted or crocheted. Furthermore, if the item is intended to be worn as a dress (outerwear) rather than an undergarment, it should be classified under 6204 regardless of its simple construction.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620819 (the code used for women's slips), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620819 (the code used for women's slips) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 17% 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 620819, not only women's slips.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $11M 24% of world exports
- 2 Sri Lanka $8.5M 18% of world exports
- 3 India $6.6M 14% of world exports
World total: $48M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $8.9M 17% of world imports
- 2 France $6.0M 12% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $3.2M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $51M 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 slips
Brazil classifies women's slips under NCM 6208.19.00: HS 6208.19 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 slips
What is the HS code for Women's slips?
The HS code for Women's slips is 620819 (Slips and petticoats; women's or girls', of textile materials other than man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)).
How do I classify Women's slips for customs?
Women's slips is classified under HS code 620819 — Slips and petticoats; women's or girls', of textile materials other than man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for Women's silk slips?
The HS code for women's woven silk slips is 6208.19, as silk is a textile material other than man-made fibers.
What is the difference between a slip and a petticoat?
In the context of HS code 6208.19, a slip is generally a full-body undergarment with shoulder straps, while a petticoat is an under-skirt worn from the waist down.
Which countries are the top exporters of women's slips (HS 620819)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620819 (the code used for women's slips) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($11M, 24% of world exports), Sri Lanka ($8.5M) and India ($6.6M). World exports came to about $48M, 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 slips (HS 620819)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620819 (the code used for women's slips) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($8.9M, 17% of world imports), France ($6.0M) and Thailand ($3.2M). World imports came to about $51M, 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 slips the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620819 for Women's slips 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 slips in Brazil?
In Brazil, women's slips (HS 620819) is classified under NCM 6208.19.00.