Ties, bow ties and cravats (not knitted or crocheted)
HS v2017 Code: 6215
About ties, bow ties and cravats (not knitted or crocheted)
HS code 6215 covers the import and export of ties, bow ties, and cravats that are not made from knitted or crocheted materials. This industry plays a vital role in the global fashion and apparel sector, providing essential accessories that complement a wide range of formal and semi-formal attire. The production and trade of these items contribute significantly to the international economy, with a diverse range of manufacturers, distributors, and retailers operating across various regions.
Production process
The production of ties, bow ties, and cravats typically involves a combination of cutting, sewing, and finishing techniques. Manufacturers often start with woven fabrics, such as silk, polyester, or cotton blends, which are then precisely measured, cut, and sewn into the desired shapes and sizes. Specialized machinery may be used to create intricate patterns, apply decorative elements, and ensure a consistent, high-quality finish to the final products.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of ties, bow ties, and cravats include high-quality woven fabrics, sewing threads, and various trimmings and accessories, such as linings, interfacings, and fasteners. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery, such as cutting tables, sewing machines, and pressing equipment, to streamline the production process. Additionally, skilled labor, including pattern designers, cutters, and sewers, is essential for the successful manufacture of these fashion accessories.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of HS code 6215 are ties, bow ties, and cravats, which are then distributed and sold to a wide range of consumers, including individuals, retailers, and businesses. These accessories are often used to complement 6203 (Men's or boys' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)) and 6204 (Women's or girls' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)) as part of formal and semi-formal attire.
Family tree for ties, bow ties and cravats (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/v2017/6215'>6215: Ties, bow ties and cravats (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6201'>6201: Overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, men's or boys', other than those of heading no. 6203 (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6202'>6202: Coats; women's or girls' overcoats, carcoats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, ski-jackets, wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, other than those of heading no. 6204 (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6203'>6203: Suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear); men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6204'>6204: Suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear); women's or girls' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6205'>6205: Shirts; men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6206'>6206: Blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses; women's or girls' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> I["<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>"] A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6208'>6208: Singlets and other vests, slips, petticoats, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; women's or girls' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6209'>6209: Garments and clothing accessories; babies' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6210'>6210: Garments made up of fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6211'>6211: Track suits, swimwear and other garments (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6212'>6212: Brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof; whether or not knitted or crocheted</a>"] A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6213'>6213: Handkerchiefs (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6214'>6214: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6216'>6216: Gloves, mittens and mitts (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6217'>6217: Clothing accessories n.e.c.; parts of garments or accessories other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/621510'>621510: Ties, bow ties and cravats; of silk or silk waste (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/621520'>621520: Ties, bow ties and cravats; of man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/621590'>621590: Ties, bow ties and cravats; of textile materials other than silk or man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level4 class D level4 class E level4 class F level4 class G level4 class H level4 class I level4 class J level4 class K level4 class L level4 class M level4 class N level4 class O level4 class P level4 class Q level4 class R level4 class S level6 class T level6 class U level6 class B highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class B highlight