Product classification
HS code for Wool sweater: 6110.11
Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted, of wool or fine animal hair.
Classification of wool sweater under HS 6110.11
The classification for a wool sweater is HS code 6110.11. This code is part of heading 6110, which covers jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats, and similar articles that are knitted or crocheted. The specific subheading 6110.11 is reserved for these garments when they are made of wool. According to the HS Chapter 61 notes, 'wool' refers to the natural fiber of sheep or lambs. The construction must be knitted or crocheted, which distinguishes these items from woven garments found in Chapter 62. Sweaters are defined as garments intended to cover the upper part of the body, usually worn over a shirt or next to the skin. This classification includes a wide range of styles, from lightweight fine-knit sweaters to heavy, chunky-knit pullovers. If the garment contains a blend of fibers, it is classified under 6110.11 if wool is the primary component by weight. However, if the garment contains significant amounts of fine animal hair like cashmere, it may move to 6110.12. The presence of a full or partial opening (like a cardigan) does not change the heading, provided the item remains a knitted upper-body garment.
- Covers
- Wool pullovers
- Wool cardigans
- Wool jerseys
- Wool V-neck sweaters
- Wool turtlenecks (knitted)
- Also under 6110.11
- John Smedley Merino Wool Jumper
- Barbour Lambswool Sweater
- Pendleton Wool Cardigan
- Dale of Norway Wool Pullover
Codes often confused with 6110.11
Common mistake. Wool sweaters are often misclassified under 6110.12 if the importer assumes all high-end wool is 'fine animal hair.' However, 6110.12 is specifically for Kashmir (cashmere) goats. Another common error is classifying a woven wool jacket or 'shacket' under 6110.11; if the item is woven, it must be classified under 6201 or 6202. Additionally, lightweight knitted wool shirts might be confused with 6105 (men's shirts) or 6106 (women's blouses), but 6110 is generally the default for sweaters and pullovers.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611011 (the code used for wool sweater), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611011 (the code used for wool sweater) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 10% of world imports. Germany reports $1.3B of its chapter 61 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 611011, not only wool sweater.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.2B 21% of world exports
- 2 Italy $1.1B 20% of world exports
- 3 France $536M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $5.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $549M 10% of world imports
- 2 Germany $533M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Italy $448M 8.3% of world imports
Germany reports $1.3B of its chapter 61 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $5.4B 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 sweater
Brazil classifies wool sweater under NCM 6110.11.00: HS 6110.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wool sweater
What is the HS code for Wool sweater?
The HS code for Wool sweater is 611011 (Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, of wool or fine animal hair). The HS code for a knitted wool sweater, pullover, or cardigan is 6110.11.
How do I classify Wool sweater for customs?
Wool sweater is classified under HS code 611011 — Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, of wool or fine animal hair. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the sweater is made of 100% Cashmere?
If the sweater is 100% cashmere, it is classified under HS code 6110.12, as cashmere is specifically categorized as fine animal hair from the Kashmir goat.
Which countries are the top exporters of wool sweater (HS 611011)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611011 (the code used for wool sweater) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 21% of world exports), Italy ($1.1B) and France ($536M). World exports came to about $5.6B, 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 sweater (HS 611011)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611011 (the code used for wool sweater) in UN Comtrade data were France ($549M, 10% of world imports), Germany ($533M) and Italy ($448M). World imports came to about $5.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Germany reports $1.3B of its chapter 61 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Wool sweater the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611011 for Wool sweater 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 sweater in Brazil?
In Brazil, wool sweater (HS 611011) is classified under NCM 6110.11.00.