What types of baby clothing does HS-4 6209 cover?

HS-4 6209 covers garments and clothing accessories for babies that are not knitted or crocheted, including items made from cotton, synthetic fibers, and other textile materials.

How do I know which HS-6 subheading to use?

Choose **HS-6 620920** for cotton items, **HS-6 620930** for synthetic fiber items, and **HS-6 620990** for other textile materials.

Are knitted baby garments included in this classification?

No, HS-4 6209 specifically excludes knitted or crocheted items. Only non-knitted items fall under this heading.

What if my baby garment is made from a blend of materials?

If your baby garment is made from a blend that includes cotton or synthetic fibers, classify it under the respective subheading for that dominant material.

Can I use HS-4 6209 for baby accessories?

Yes, HS-4 6209 includes not only garments but also clothing accessories for babies, as long as they are not knitted or crocheted.

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6209 — Garments and clothing accessories; babies' (not knitted or crocheted)

Chapter 62: Articles of apparel, not knitted

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 6209 when importing garments and clothing accessories for babies that are not knitted or crocheted. For example, if you are shipping cotton baby onesies or synthetic fiber bibs, this heading applies directly to your products.

When deciding between subheadings, consider the material of your items. If your shipment consists of baby clothing made from cotton, use HS-6 620920. For items made from synthetic fibers, such as polyester or nylon, select HS-6 620930. Each subheading specifies the fabric type, which is crucial for correct classification.

If your baby garments are made from textile materials that are neither cotton nor synthetic fibers, then HS-6 620990 is the correct choice. This could include items made from wool, linen, or blended fabrics. Ensure you accurately identify the material to avoid misclassification.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

baby clothing import · non-knitted baby garments · cotton baby accessories · synthetic baby clothing · textile classification for babies · HS-4 6209 · HS-6 620920 · HS-6 620930 · HS-6 620990 · baby apparel customs code · importing baby garments · non-crocheted baby clothes

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Cotton baby dresses and rompers
Synthetic fiber baby jackets and pants
Wool baby sweaters and hats
Linen baby shirts and shorts
Blended fabric baby accessories like booties
Polyester baby blankets and wraps

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For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of baby clothing does HS-4 6209 cover?: HS-4 6209 covers garments and clothing accessories for babies that are not knitted or crocheted, including items made from cotton, synthetic fibers, and other textile materials.
How do I know which HS-6 subheading to use?: Choose **HS-6 620920** for cotton items, **HS-6 620930** for synthetic fiber items, and **HS-6 620990** for other textile materials.
Are knitted baby garments included in this classification?: No, HS-4 6209 specifically excludes knitted or crocheted items. Only non-knitted items fall under this heading.
What if my baby garment is made from a blend of materials?: If your baby garment is made from a blend that includes cotton or synthetic fibers, classify it under the respective subheading for that dominant material.
Can I use HS-4 6209 for baby accessories?: Yes, HS-4 6209 includes not only garments but also clothing accessories for babies, as long as they are not knitted or crocheted.

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