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HS Code for Shirts (woven & Knitted) (Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan))

Shirt Classification Disambiguation Decision Table

Classification of shirts depends strictly on construction (woven vs knit), gender (men's vs women's), and fiber material (cotton, synthetic, silk, wool):

Garment Category	Fiber Content	HS Code	U.S. General MFN Duty
Men's / Boys' Woven Dress & Casual Shirts	100% Cotton	HS 6205.20	19.7%
Men's / Boys' Woven Shirts	Man-Made Fibers (Polyester/Nylon)	HS 6205.30	26.9¢/kg + 21.1%
Women's / Girls' Woven Blouses & Shirts	100% Cotton	HS 6206.30	15.4%
Women's / Girls' Woven Blouses & Shirts	Man-Made Fibers	HS 6206.40	26.9¢/kg + 20.7%
Men's / Boys' Knitted Polo & Casual Shirts	100% Cotton	HS 6105.10	19.7%
Men's / Boys' Knitted Shirts	Synthetic Fibers	HS 6105.20	32.0%

PRIMARY CLASSIFICATION RESULT (Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan))

The primary 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for shirts (woven & knitted) is 6205.20 (Men's or boys' shirts, Of cotton). Under the 2026 Vietnam Customs Import Tariff Schedule, representative general duties are 20% [Official Source].

Woven vs Knit Disambiguation: Heading 6205 = men's woven shirts; 6206 = women's woven shirts; 6105 = men's knitted shirts; 6106 = women's knitted shirts.

Candidate Subheadings & Disambiguation Matrix

HS Subheading	WCO Subheading Description	Disambiguation Rule / Notes	Action
6205.20	Men's or boys' shirts, Of cotton	Of cotton	View 6205.20 →
6206.30	Women's or girls' blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses, Of cotton	Of cotton	View 6206.30 →
6105.10	Men's or boys' shirts, knitted or crocheted, Of cotton	Of cotton	View 6105.10 →
6106.10	Women's or girls' blouses and shirts, knitted or crocheted, Of cotton	Of cotton	View 6106.10 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Database ↗

USITC official Harmonized Tariff Schedule for Shirts (woven & Knitted).

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Shirts (woven & Knitted) classification precedents.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization international 6-digit Harmonized System standard.

Shirts (woven & Knitted) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the official 6-digit HS code for Shirts (woven & Knitted)?

The primary 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for Shirts (woven & Knitted) is HS 6205.20 (Men's or boys' shirts, Of cotton).

What is the Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan) general import duty for Shirts (woven & Knitted)?

Under the 2026 Vietnam Customs Import Tariff Schedule, representative MFN general duty rates for Shirts (woven & Knitted) under HS 6205.20 are 20%.

Are there alternative candidate subheadings for Shirts (woven & Knitted)?

Yes. Depending on state (green vs. roasted, decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated, raw vs. processed), alternative subheadings include 620520, 620630, 610510, 610610.

What mandatory import documents are required for Shirts (woven & Knitted)?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and Partner Government Agency permits where applicable.

Does de minimis duty-free exemption apply to Shirts (woven & Knitted)?

Eligible shipments enter duty-free under statutory destination thresholds.

How are merchandise processing and customs fees calculated for Shirts (woven & Knitted)?

Import fees are assessed on entered customs value under destination regulations.

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