Shirts; men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)

HS v2022 Code: 6205

About shirts; men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)

HS code 6205 covers the classification of men's and boys' shirts that are not made of knitted or crocheted materials. This industry plays a significant role in the global textile and apparel trade, meeting the demand for formal and casual wear across various markets. As a labor-intensive sector, it provides employment opportunities in many countries and contributes to the overall economic development.

Production process

The production of shirts under HS code 6205 typically involves a series of steps, including fabric cutting, sewing, pressing, and finishing. Manufacturers often utilize advanced technologies, such as computer-aided design (CAD) and automated sewing machines, to improve efficiency and quality. The final products undergo rigorous quality control checks before being packaged and distributed to retailers and wholesalers.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of shirts under HS code 6205 include woven fabrics, such as cotton, polyester, or blended materials. Additionally, manufacturers rely on various accessories, such as buttons, thread, collars, and cuffs, to complete the garment. Specialized machinery, including cutting tables, sewing machines, and pressing equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 6205 is men's and boys' shirts, which are then distributed to retailers, wholesalers, and consumers. These shirts may be further consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 6203 (Suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (men's or boys', not knitted or crocheted)) and 6211 (Track suits, ski suits and swimwear; other garments (not knitted or crocheted)).

Family tree for shirts; men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/62'>62: Apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6205'>6205: Shirts; men's or boys' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6201'>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/v2022/6202'>6202: Coats; women's or girls' overcoats, carcoats, capes, cloaks, anoraks (including 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/v2022/6203'>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/v2022/6204'>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/v2022/6206'>6206: Blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses; women's or girls' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6207'>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 --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6208'>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 --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6209'>6209: Garments and clothing accessories; babies' (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6210'>6210: Garments made up of fabrics of heading no. 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907 (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6211'>6211: Track suits, swimwear and other garments (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6212'>6212: Brassieres, girdles, corsets, braces, suspenders, garters and similar articles and parts thereof; whether or not knitted or crocheted</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6213'>6213: Handkerchiefs (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6214'>6214: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6215'>6215: Ties, bow ties and cravats (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6216'>6216: Gloves, mittens and mitts (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6217'>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/v2022/620520'>620520: Shirts; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/620530'>620530: Shirts; men's or boys', of man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/620590'>620590: Shirts; men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]


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