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

HS v2022 Code: 6115

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
61	15	n/a

Code	6115
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	61

Ancestor Codes: Apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted

This Code: 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

Child Codes: 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); Graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins), knitted or crocheted; Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted; Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted; 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); 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); 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); Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn 67 decitex or more, knitted or crocheted; Hosiery; women's, full-length or knee-length (other than graduated compression hosiery), measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex, knitted or crocheted

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Track suits, ski suits and swimwear; knitted or crocheted; Garments made up of knitted or crocheted fabrics of heading no. 5903, 5906 and 5907; Garments; knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61; Gloves, mittens and mitts; knitted or crocheted; Clothing accessories; made up, knitted or crocheted, knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories

About 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

HS code 6115 covers a wide range of hosiery products, including panty hose, tights, stockings, socks, and other knitted or crocheted hosiery. This industry plays a crucial role in the textile and apparel sector, providing essential clothing items for both everyday wear and specialized applications, such as graduated compression hosiery for medical purposes. The global hosiery market is a significant contributor to the broader economy, with growing demand driven by factors like increasing fashion consciousness, rising disposable incomes, and the need for functional and comfortable legwear.

Production process

The production of hosiery under HS code 6115 typically involves a combination of knitting and finishing processes. Knitting machines, often computerized, are used to create the basic fabric structure, which can be seamless or seamed. The knitted fabric is then subjected to various finishing operations, such as dyeing, printing, and heat-setting, to impart the desired properties and appearance. Specialized techniques, like the incorporation of elastic materials or the creation of graduated compression, may be employed for specific product categories within this code.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hosiery under HS code 6115 include natural and synthetic yarns, such as cotton, polyester, nylon, and elastane. Knitting machines, dyeing and finishing equipment, and various auxiliary materials, such as dyes, chemicals, and packaging, are also essential inputs. The industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the specialized machinery and ensuring consistent product quality.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS code 6115 industry are a diverse range of hosiery products, including 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). These outputs are consumed by various sectors, such as 6401 Footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, 6402 Footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, and 6403 Footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather, as well as the broader apparel and retail industries.

Family tree for 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

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/61'>61: Apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6115'>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>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6101'>6101: Coats; men's or boys' overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, ski-jackets, wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles; knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading no. 6103</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6102'>6102: Coats; women's or girls' overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, ski-jackets, wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading no. 6104</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6103'>6103: Suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches, shorts (not swimwear); men's or boys', knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6104'>6104: Suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (not swimwear), women's or girls', knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6105'>6105: Shirts; men's or boys', knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6106'>6106: Blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses; women's or girls', knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6107'>6107: Underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pyjamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; men's or boys', knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6108'>6108: Slips, petticoats, briefs, panties, nightdresses, pyjamas, negligees, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles; women's or girls', knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6109'>6109: T-shirts, singlets and other vests; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6110'>6110: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6111'>6111: Garments and clothing accessories, babies'; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6112'>6112: Track suits, ski suits and swimwear; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6113'>6113: Garments made up of knitted or crocheted fabrics of heading no. 5903, 5906 and 5907</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6114'>6114: Garments; knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6116'>6116: Gloves, mittens and mitts; knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6117'>6117: Clothing accessories; made up, knitted or crocheted, knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories</a>"]

    B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611510'>611510: Graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins), knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611521'>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 --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611522'>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 --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611529'>611529: Hosiery; panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611530'>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 --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611594'>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 --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611595'>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 --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611596'>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 --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/611599'>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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