Product classification
HS code for Wool shorts: 6204.61
Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of wool shorts under HS 6204.61
Women's or girls' wool shorts are classified under HS code 6204.61. This classification is situated within Chapter 62, which encompasses articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are not knitted or crocheted. Heading 6204 specifically covers women's or girls' suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, and shorts. The subheading 6204.61 is the specific destination for these garments when they are composed of wool or fine animal hair. Classification requires that the garment be woven; if the shorts were knitted, they would be classified under heading 6104. Additionally, the gender of the garment is a primary determinant; shorts designed for men or boys are classified under heading 6203. The material composition must be predominantly wool or fine animal hair by weight. In cases of fiber blends, the rules of Section XI apply, generally directing the classification to the textile material that predominates by weight. This code is essential for customs authorities to apply the correct duty rates, which often differ significantly between wool and synthetic garments.
- Covers
- Women's woven wool shorts
- Girls' wool breeches
- Women's wool trousers (short length)
- Fine animal hair shorts for women
- Woven wool culottes
- Also under 6204.61
- Max Mara wool trousers
- Loro Piana cashmere shorts
- Ralph Lauren tweed breeches
- J.Crew wool blend trousers
Codes often confused with 6204.61
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6203.41, which is used for men's or boys' wool shorts. Another frequent error is using HS code 6104.61, which is for knitted or crocheted women's wool shorts. Distinguishing between woven and knitted construction is essential for correct tariff application, as is the clear identification of the intended gender of the garment.
Top exporters and importers of HS 620461 (the code used for wool shorts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 620461 (the code used for wool shorts) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 620461, not only wool shorts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $162M 36% of world exports
- 2 France $43M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 Spain $30M 6.6% of world exports
World total: $452M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $49M 10% of world imports
- 2 Italy $44M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 France $39M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $480M 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 wool shorts
Brazil classifies wool shorts under NCM 6204.61.00: HS 6204.61 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wool shorts
What is the HS code for Wool shorts?
The HS code for Wool shorts is 620461 (Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for women's or girls' woven wool shorts is 6204.61.
How do I classify Wool shorts for customs?
Wool shorts is classified under HS code 620461 — Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts; women's or girls', of wool or fine animal hair (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How are wool-blend shorts classified?
If the shorts are a blend, they are classified under 6204.61 if wool or fine animal hair is the predominant textile material by weight compared to any other single textile fiber.
Which countries are the top exporters of wool shorts (HS 620461)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 620461 (the code used for wool shorts) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($162M, 36% of world exports), France ($43M) and Spain ($30M). World exports came to about $452M, 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 wool shorts (HS 620461)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 620461 (the code used for wool shorts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($49M, 10% of world imports), Italy ($44M) and France ($39M). World imports came to about $480M, 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 Wool shorts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 620461 for Wool shorts 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 wool shorts in Brazil?
In Brazil, wool shorts (HS 620461) is classified under NCM 6204.61.00.