Swimwear; men's or boys', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted

HS v2022 Code: 611231

About swimwear; men's or boys', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted

HS code 611231 covers the import and export of men's or boys' swimwear made from synthetic fibers, produced through knitting or crocheting processes. This industry plays a vital role in the global textile and apparel trade, catering to the demand for comfortable and stylish swimwear across various markets and consumer segments.

Production process

The production of swimwear under HS code 611231 typically involves a multi-step process. First, synthetic fibers such as polyester or nylon are knitted or crocheted into the desired fabric. The fabric is then cut and sewn into the appropriate swimwear shapes and designs. Finishing touches, such as the addition of elastic bands, drawstrings, or other trimmings, are applied to ensure a comfortable and secure fit.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of swimwear under HS code 611231 include synthetic fibers, such as polyester or nylon, as well as sewing machines, cutting tools, and other specialized equipment used in the textile and apparel manufacturing process. Additionally, dyes, chemicals, and other materials may be used to enhance the fabric's properties, such as water resistance and UV protection.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 611231 is men's or boys' swimwear made from synthetic fibers, produced through knitting or crocheting. These swimwear products may be consumed by various downstream industries, such as 611241 Swimwear; women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted, 621111 Swimwear; men's or boys', of textile materials, not knitted or crocheted, and 621112 Swimwear; women's or girls', of textile materials, not knitted or crocheted.

Revisions to 611231

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 611231. The most recent 1 version of this code (611231) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 611231.

Family tree for swimwear; men's or boys', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/61'>61: Apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6112'>6112: Track suits, ski suits and swimwear; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611231'>611231: Swimwear; men's or boys', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611211'>611211: Track suits; of cotton, knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611212'>611212: Track suits; of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611219'>611219: Track suits; of textile materials (other than cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611220'>611220: Ski suits; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611239'>611239: Swimwear; men's or boys', of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611241'>611241: Swimwear; women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611249'>611249: Swimwear; women's or girls', of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted</a>"]

    

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