HS Code for Wool blouses
HS code 620620 is specifically assigned to women's or girls' blouses, shirts, and shirt-blouses made of wool or fine animal hair that are not knitted or crocheted. This classification falls under Chapter 62, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are woven. The distinction between "knitted" (Chapter 61) and "woven" (Chapter 62) is fundamental in textile customs classification. For a garment to be classified under 620620, it must be constructed from woven fabric, which is formed by the interlacing of warp and weft yarns. Blouses are generally defined as lightweight garments designed to cover the upper body, usually having an opening, buttons, and sleeves, though styles vary significantly. The "wool" designation applies if wool is the predominant textile material by weight. If the blouse is a blend, the rules of Section XI Note 2 apply, requiring the wool component to outweigh any other single textile material. Fine animal hair refers to the hair of alpaca, llama, vicuna, camel, yak, or Angora goats. This code excludes men's or boys' shirts, which are classified under heading 6205. Accurate classification is vital as duty rates for wool apparel can be significantly higher than those for synthetic or cotton garments.
Products Included
- Woven wool blouses for women
- Girls' woven shirts made of fine animal hair (e.g., cashmere)
- Woven wool-blend shirt-blouses (predominantly wool)
- Tailored woven wool tops for women
Common Misclassification
Common misclassifications include 610690, which covers knitted or crocheted wool blouses. Another frequent error is using 620590 for women's shirts, which is incorrect as 6205 is reserved for men's or boys' garments. Blouses made of synthetic fibers fall under 620640.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Wool blouses?
The HS code for women's or girls' woven blouses, shirts, and shirt-blouses made of wool or fine animal hair is 620620.
Can a wool-blend blouse be classified here?
Yes, provided that wool or fine animal hair is the predominant textile material by weight and the garment is woven, not knitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Wool blouses?
The HS code for Wool blouses is 620620 (Blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses; women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted)).
How do I classify Wool blouses for customs?
Wool blouses is classified under HS code 620620 — Blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses; women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Wool blouses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620620 for Wool blouses is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.