HS Chapters 61 and 62

A practical classification guide for importers, brands, and sourcing teams buying finished garments from the Philippines. Start with the construction, then confirm the final tariff line with a licensed customs broker.

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Knitted or crocheted apparel

T shirts, polo shirts, jerseys, pullovers, hoodies, sportswear, and other garments built from knitted or crocheted fabric.

Construction first

Woven apparel

Woven shirts, trousers, shorts, outerwear, workwear, uniforms, and other garments made from woven fabric.

Fabric structure first

ConstructionKnit, crochet, or woven

FiberCotton, synthetic, wool, or blend

GarmentProduct type and intended wearer

EvidenceSpecification, sample, and invoice

Why the finished product matters

HS classification is not determined by a broad label such as apparel, uniform, or accessory. Customs authorities look at the finished article, its material composition, how it is constructed, who it is designed for, and the evidence supplied with the declaration.

Classification is a starting point, not a binding ruling

The codes on this page are planning references. Final classification can depend on the garment details, tariff edition, destination, product features, and national customs practice. Request a Binding Tariff Information decision when the classification is commercially material.

1
Confirm the fabric structureSeparate knitted or crocheted goods from woven goods before looking at the product name.
2
Document the finished articleKeep composition, construction, measurements, images, sample notes, and intended use together.
3
Check the destination tariffUse the applicable national tariff system and confirm the final digits with a qualified customs professional.

Finished product families

These examples help a sourcing team organize a product file before a broker reviews the precise tariff line.

61.09

Knitted T shirts and singlets

Common planning family for knitted cotton T shirts, polo style tops, singlets, and similar garments.

Confirm knit construction
Confirm fiber percentage
Check garment features

61.10

Jerseys, pullovers, and hoodies

Planning family for knitted jerseys, sweatshirts, fleece hoodies, pullovers, and related upper body garments.

Describe fabric and finish
Record closure and lining
Keep technical sheets

61.12

Knitted sportswear

Sportswear classification can depend on construction, garment design, and whether the article is a coordinated suit or separate piece.

State garment function
Separate top and bottom
Attach product images

62.03 / 62.04

Woven trousers and shorts

Woven lower body garments require attention to wearer category, fiber content, garment type, and construction.

Record men, women, or child sizing
Identify woven fiber content
Confirm garment cut

62.05

Woven shirts

Woven button shirts and similar garments need a complete description of fabric, wearer, and finished garment features.

Confirm shirt construction
Describe collar and opening
Match invoice wording

62.11

Workwear and outer apparel

Workwear, overalls, uniforms, and selected sports or protective garments need product specific review rather than a generic apparel code.

State intended use
Document protective features
Check any special rules

Classification evidence matrix

Give the broker a consistent file. Missing construction details create more delay than a clear product description.

Evidence	What to provide	Why it matters
Fabric structure	Knit, crochet, or woven construction with a fabric sample or technical sheet	Separates the main chapter starting point
Fiber content	Percentage breakdown by fiber, supported by supplier documentation	May affect the heading and tariff subheading
Finished garment	Photos, measurements, closures, lining, pockets, trims, and other features	Shows what the imported article actually is
Intended wearer	Men, women, children, unisex, or another documented category	Some headings distinguish the intended wearer
Commercial record	Invoice description, quantity, value, origin, and purchase order reference	Keeps the declaration aligned with the product file

A four step broker handoff

Use the same process for a first order and a repeat order. Recheck the classification when the construction or product specification changes.

Step 1

Describe

Write the finished product description without relying on the brand nickname or marketing name.

Step 2

Evidence

Attach the composition, construction, technical sheet, photographs, and sample details.

Step 3

Confirm

Ask the broker to confirm the destination tariff line, duty treatment, origin evidence, and any national requirements.

Step 4

Control

Store the approved code and rationale with the purchase order and repeat production file.

Do not classify from the product title alone

Custom polo, performance shirt, corporate uniform, and sports jersey can describe different constructions. Keep the technical facts visible so the classification follows the finished article.

HS Chapters 61 and 62 questions

Planning answers for sourcing teams. A licensed customs broker or customs authority should confirm the final tariff line.

What is the difference between HS Chapter 61 and Chapter 62?

Chapter 61 generally covers knitted or crocheted apparel. Chapter 62 generally covers apparel made from woven fabric. The final classification depends on the finished article and additional tariff details.

Are all T shirts classified under one code?

No. Construction, fiber content, garment features, intended wearer, and the applicable tariff schedule can change the final subheading. A knitted cotton T shirt is only a starting example, not a universal answer.

Do clothing accessories always fall under Chapters 61 and 62?

Not always. Some accessories may be classified elsewhere depending on their material, construction, function, and presentation. Describe the finished item and ask for a product specific determination rather than assuming the garment chapters apply.

What documents should I send for a classification review?

Send the product description, fabric construction, fiber percentages, photographs, measurements, technical sheet, intended wearer, intended use, sample details, invoice wording, and country of origin information.

Can PHShirt help prepare the product file?

Yes. PHShirt can coordinate product specifications, fabric details, finished garment photographs, approved invoice descriptions, labels, and production files for the buyer and its customs broker.

Prepare a finished apparel classification file

Send the product type, fabric construction, fiber content, destination, and planned order details. The export desk can coordinate the manufacturing evidence your customs professional needs.

WhatsApp export desk+63 946 048 0491Fast message for product files and classification questions Viber trade channel+63 946 048 0491Direct production coordination for garment files Telephone inquiry+63 946 048 0491International voice calls during Philippine business hours Email export desksales@phshirt.comFormal RFQs, specifications, and classification files

Related customs and sourcing guides

This page provides general planning information, not a binding customs determination or legal advice. Tariff schedules and duty treatment can change. Confirm the final classification and declaration with the competent customs authority or a licensed customs broker.