HS code for knit tops and T-shirts
Codes checked on 7 October 2026 against the UK Trade Tariff, the US HTS and EU TARIC.
Knit tops and T-shirts, cotton, knitted
HS 6109.10
UK commodity code 6109100090 · US HTS 6109.10.00 · EU CN8 61091000
Confidence: High
HS codes for knit tops and T-shirts by fabric
| Fabric | HS (6) | UK (10) | US HTS (8) | EU CN8 | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton, knitted | 6109.10 | 6109100090 | 6109.10.00 | 61091000 | High |
| Viscose, knitted | 6109.90 | 6109902000 | 6109.90.10 | 61099020 | High |
| Polyester, knitted | 6109.90 | 6109902000 | 6109.90.10 | 61099020 | High |
| Silk, knitted | 6109.90 | 6109909000 | 6109.90.40 | 61099090 | High |
| Linen, knitted | 6109.90 | 6109909000 | 6109.90.80 | 61099090 | High |
Official HS wording (6109.10): T-shirts, singlets and other vests, knitted or crocheted > Of cotton.
How customs classifies knit tops and T-shirts
6109 'T-shirts, singlets, tank tops and similar garments, knitted' - use for pull-over knit tops without collar/neck opening. Chapter 61 Note 5: 6109 does NOT cover garments with drawstring, ribbed waistband or other tightening at the bottom (-> 6110 / 6114 depending). If it has a collar/placket opening it is 6106 (blouse) not 6109. 6109.10 cotton; 6109.90 covers every other fibre (UK splits wool/man-made vs other). Fabric: cotton. CONSTRUCTION: knitted/crocheted -> Chapter 61 (Chapter 61 Note 1: made-up knitted articles). Blends: classify by the fibre predominating by weight (Section XI Subheading Note 2(A) -> Note 2 to Section XI; tie = heading last in numerical order).
Knitted or woven decides the chapter: knitted and crocheted garments are Chapter 61, woven garments Chapter 62. For blends, the fibre that is largest by weight decides (Section XI, Subheading Note 2).
Import duty
The duty on knit tops and T-shirts depends on the country and on whether you claim a trade-agreement rate for goods from India. Rates are re-checked against official tariffs every day: United States, United Kingdom, EU (Germany), Australia, Canada and all 60 countries.
Tops we manufacture
Factory-direct from Noida, India: private label, MOQ 100–300 pieces per style.
HS codes for other garments
- Maxi dress 6204.42, 6204.44
- Midi dress 6204.42, 6204.44
- Kaftan 6204.42, 6204.44
- Kurti / tunic 6206.30, 6206.40
- Top / blouse (woven) 6206.30, 6206.40
- Skirt 6204.52, 6204.59
- Jumpsuit 6211.42, 6211.43
- Playsuit / romper 6211.42, 6211.43
- Kimono (open-front cover-up) 6211.42, 6211.43
- Kimono jacket 6204.32, 6204.39
- Beach cover-up dress 6204.42, 6204.44
- Beach cover-up robe / duster 6208.91, 6208.92
- Sarong / pareo 6211.42, 6211.43
- Swimwear / beachwear set 6211.12, 6112.41
- Men's shirt 6205.20, 6205.30
- Men's kurta 6205.20, 6205.30
- Scarf / stole 6214.10, 6214.20
- Shawl / wrap 6214.10, 6214.20
- Cotton tote bag (handbag style) 4202.22
- Cotton shopping tote 4202.92
- Cotton drawstring / sack bag 6305.20
Sources
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/commodities/6109100090
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/api/v2/commodities/6109100090
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/chapters/61
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/sections/11
- hts.usitc.gov/search
- hts.usitc.gov/reststop/exportList
- ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/dds2/taric/measures.jsp
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/commodities/6109902000
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/api/v2/commodities/6109902000
- hts.usitc.gov/search
- ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/dds2/taric/measures.jsp
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/commodities/6109909000
- www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/api/v2/commodities/6109909000
- hts.usitc.gov/search
Indicative classification from the official UK, US and EU tariffs and published customs rulings, as checked on the date shown. It is not a binding ruling: the importer is responsible for the code declared, and a binding tariff information (BTI/ATaR) or a CBP ruling gives certainty.
