Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted

HS v2017 Code: 611521

About hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted

HS code 611521 covers the production of hosiery, panty hose, and tights made from synthetic fibers with a yarn thickness of less than 67 decitex. This industry plays a vital role in the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing essential undergarment and legwear products to consumers worldwide. As a labor-intensive industry, it is particularly important in developing economies, generating employment and contributing to economic growth.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 611521 typically involves knitting or crocheting synthetic yarns, such as nylon or polyester, into the desired hosiery shapes and patterns. This process often utilizes specialized knitting machines that can create intricate designs and seamless garments. Post-production steps may include dyeing, finishing, and packaging the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs for this industry include synthetic fibers, such as nylon and polyester, as well as knitting machines, dyes, and other ancillary materials. Access to a skilled workforce capable of operating the knitting equipment and performing quality control is also a critical input.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are hosiery, panty hose, and tights, which are then consumed by 611012 Stockings, socks and other hosiery, including stockings for varicose veins, and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted and 621710 Clothing accessories, not elsewhere specified or included; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212. These products are essential components of the broader apparel and fashion industry.

Revisions to 611521

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 611521. The most recent 1 version of this code (611521) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 611521 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/61'>61: Apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6115'>6115: Hosiery; panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins) and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611521'>611521: Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611510'>611510: Graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins), knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611522'>611522: Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn 67 decitex or more, knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611529'>611529: Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611530'>611530: Hosiery; women's, full-length or knee-length (other than graduated compression hosiery), measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611594'>611594: Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, women's full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611595'>611595: Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of cotton, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611596'>611596: Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/611599'>611599: Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6115.9, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)</a>"]

    

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