Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)

HS v2017 Code: 620711

About underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)

HS code 620711 covers the import and export of men's or boys' underpants and briefs made of cotton, excluding those that are knitted or crocheted. This category is an essential part of the global textile and apparel industry, meeting the everyday clothing needs of consumers worldwide. The trade of these cotton undergarments plays a significant role in international commerce, with many countries both producing and consuming these products.

Production process

The production of men's or boys' cotton underpants and briefs typically involves a multi-step process. First, the cotton fabric is woven or knitted to the desired specifications. The fabric is then cut into the appropriate patterns, and the pieces are sewn together to form the final garment. Depending on the design, additional features such as elastic waistbands, buttons, or decorative elements may be added. Quality control and finishing processes, such as pressing and packaging, are also crucial steps in the manufacturing of these cotton undergarments.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 620711 products include high-quality cotton fibers, sewing machines, thread, and other basic garment-making equipment. Manufacturers may also utilize specialized machinery for tasks like fabric cutting and automated sewing. Additionally, dyes, trims, and packaging materials are necessary to create the final product. The availability and cost-effectiveness of these raw materials and equipment can significantly impact the competitiveness of producers in this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 620711 is men's or boys' cotton underpants and briefs. These products are typically consumed by 610711 Men's or boys' underpants and briefs, of cotton, not knitted or crocheted and 610712 Men's or boys' underpants and briefs, of cotton, knitted or crocheted manufacturers, as well as by 620719 Men's or boys' underpants and briefs, of other textile materials, not knitted or crocheted producers. Additionally, these cotton undergarments are often sold directly to consumers through retail channels, both domestically and internationally.

Revisions to 620711

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 620711. The most recent 1 version of this code (620711) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 620711 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/62'>62: Apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6207'>6207: Singlets and other vests, underpants, briefs, night-shirts, pyjamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620711'>620711: Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620719'>620719: Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of textile materials other than cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620721'>620721: Nightshirts and pyjamas; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620722'>620722: Nightshirts and pyjamas; men's or boys', of man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620729'>620729: Nightshirts and pyjamas; men's or boys', of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620791'>620791: Singlets and other vests, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/620799'>620799: Singlets and other vests, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; men's or boys', of textile materials other than cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]

    

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