Harmonized System Code Classification

The first two digits of the HS code "60" represent knitted or crocheted fabrics.

Specifically, this chapter includes:

• Knitted or crocheted fabrics, which include:
  • Fabrics made from various fibers such as cotton, synthetic fibers, etc.
  • Knitted or crocheted fabrics of various structures (e.g., plain knit, rib knit, jacquard, etc.)
  • Knitted or crocheted fabrics for various purposes (e.g., clothing, home textiles, industrial fabrics, etc.)

Reason for classification:

The classification under the "60" chapter is based on manufacturing method, i.e., fabrics produced through knitting or crocheting processes. Regardless of the fiber composition, structure, or use of the fabric, if it is produced by knitting or crocheting, it is classified under this chapter.

In short, if a product is "woven" rather than "knitted" or "crocheted," it likely belongs to the "60" chapter.

The first four digits of the HS code 6002:

Classification description: Knitted or crocheted fabrics with a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing 5% or more by weight of elastic yarn or rubber thread, excluding those of heading 6001.

Specific meaning: This code includes knitted or crocheted fabrics with a width not exceeding 30 cm and containing a certain proportion of elastic yarn. It should be noted that it does not include fabrics covered under heading 6001.

The six-digit HS code 6002.40:

Classification: Knitted or crocheted fabrics with a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing 5% or more by weight of elastic yarn or rubber thread, excluding those of heading 6001.

Specific meaning: Fabrics containing 5% or more by weight of elastic yarn, but not containing rubber thread, other.

The 8-10 digit HS code 6002408080:

Classification: Knitted or crocheted fabrics with a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5 percent or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread, other than those of heading 6001: --> Containing by weight 5 percent or more of elastomeric yarn but not containing rubber thread: --> Other --> Other (222)

Explanation: Knitted or crocheted fabrics with a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing 5% or more by weight of elastic yarn or rubber thread, not belonging to heading 6001: --> Containing 5% or more by weight of elastic yarn but not containing rubber thread: --> Other --> Other (222)

Examples of products:

• Elastic waistbands for clothing
• Narrow elastic straps for garments
• Decorative elastic trim for apparel
• Narrow elastic bands for home textile products
• Elastic components for sportswear
• Narrow elastic fabric used in medical compression garments