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

HS v2022 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 basic undergarment needs of male consumers worldwide. As a foundational garment, the production and trade of these cotton-based underpants and briefs play a significant role in the broader apparel supply chain and consumer goods market.

Production process

The production of men's or boys' cotton underpants and briefs typically involves a multi-step manufacturing process. This includes cutting fabric to size, sewing the pieces together, adding any necessary trimmings or elastic waistbands, and finishing the garment through processes like hemming, labeling, and packaging. Manufacturers may utilize automated sewing machines, pressing equipment, and other specialized textile machinery to improve efficiency and product quality.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 620711 items include high-quality cotton fabrics, sewing threads, elastic materials, and various trims and accessories. Manufacturers may source these raw materials from both domestic and international suppliers, leveraging global supply chains to meet demand. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, such as industrial sewing machines, cutting tables, and pressing equipment, as well as a skilled workforce to operate these production assets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 620711 is men's or boys' cotton underpants and briefs, which are then distributed and sold to consumers through various retail channels. These garments may be further consumed by other industries, such as 640419 Footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of textile materials and 611020 Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles, knitted or crocheted, where they are used as complementary undergarments or as part of a broader apparel ensemble.

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 version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 620711.

Family tree for underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (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/v2022/6207'>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/v2022/620711'>620711: Underpants and briefs; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/620719'>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/v2022/620721'>620721: Nightshirts and pyjamas; men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/620722'>620722: Nightshirts and pyjamas; men's or boys', of man-made fibres (not knitted or crocheted)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/620729'>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/v2022/620791'>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/v2022/620799'>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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