Product classification
HS code for Worn textiles: 6309.00
Clothing, worn, and other worn articles.
Classification of worn textiles under HS 6309.00
Classification under HS code 6309.00 is strictly determined by the specific condition and presentation of the textile articles. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the specific Chapter Notes for Chapter 63, items must satisfy two primary criteria to fall under this heading. First, they must show signs of appreciable wear, meaning they are no longer in a "new" or "unused" state. Second, they must be presented in bulk, typically in bales, sacks, or similar large-scale packaging. This heading is essential for the global trade of second-hand clothing, ensuring that used goods are not classified as new apparel under headings 6101 through 6217. The classification covers a wide range of textile articles, provided they are made-up and worn. If the items are new or do not show wear, they must be classified according to their specific material and type in other chapters. Furthermore, if the items are so worn that they are only fit for the recovery of fibers or as industrial wiping cloths, they may shift to heading 6310. The distinction is critical for duty rates and import regulations, as many countries have specific health and safety standards for used textiles.
- Covers
- Used clothing and apparel
- Used footwear of all materials
- Used blankets and traveling rugs
- Used household linen (towels, bedsheets)
- Used curtains and furnishing articles
- Also under 6309.00
- Goodwill donations
- Salvation Army collections
- ThredUp (resale platform)
- Vinted (resale platform)
- textile recycling bales from Europe
Codes often confused with 6309.00
Common mistake. Worn textiles are frequently confused with HS code 6310.10 or 6310.90. While 6309.00 covers articles that are still recognizable as clothing or household items, 6310 is reserved for rags, scrap twine, and worn-out articles that are only fit for the recovery of fibers or for use as industrial wiping cloths. Additionally, if used clothing is not presented in bulk (e.g., individually packaged for retail), it may be misclassified under the specific headings for new clothing in Chapters 61 and 62.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630900 (the code used for worn textiles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630900 (the code used for worn textiles) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Pakistan, 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 630900, not only worn textiles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $994M 20% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $514M 11% of world exports
- 3 China $406M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $4.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Pakistan $562M 12% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$245M 5.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Kenya $234M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $4.7B 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 codes for worn textiles
Brazil splits HS 6309.00 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6309.00.10Worn clothing, accessories and parts
- 6309.00.90Other worn textiles, footwear and headgear
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about worn textiles
What is the HS code for Worn textiles?
The HS code for Worn textiles is 630900 (Clothing; worn, and other worn articles). The HS code for worn textiles, including clothing and other worn articles, is 6309.00.
How do I classify Worn textiles for customs?
Worn textiles is classified under HS code 630900 — Clothing; worn, and other worn articles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can new clothes be classified under 6309.00?
No, new clothes must be classified under their specific headings in Chapters 61 or 62. To qualify for 6309.00, items must show appreciable wear and be packed in bulk.
Which countries are the top exporters of worn textiles (HS 630900)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630900 (the code used for worn textiles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($994M, 20% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($514M) and China ($406M). World exports came to about $4.9B, 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 worn textiles (HS 630900)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630900 (the code used for worn textiles) in UN Comtrade data were Pakistan ($562M, 12% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $245M) and Kenya ($234M). World imports came to about $4.7B, 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 Worn textiles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630900 for Worn textiles 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 worn textiles in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 630900 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for worn textiles depends on the product's details: 6309.00.10 (Worn clothing, accessories and parts), 6309.00.90 (Other worn textiles, footwear and headgear).