HS code for jeans
The U.S. HS code for jeans is usually 6203.42.45.11 (men's, cotton denim), with a 16.6% general duty and an estimated total of 29.1% from China and 29.1% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 54.1% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men's, cotton denim | 6203.42.45.11 | 16.6% | 29.1% |
| Women's, cotton denim | 6204.62.80.11 | 16.6% | 29.1% |
- 6203.42.45.11: Of cotton / Men's trousers and breeches / Blue denim (347)
- 6204.62.80.11: Of cotton / Women's trousers and breeches / Blue denim (348)
What decides the code
Cotton denim jeans are classified as trousers in heading 6203 for men or heading 6204 for women, with the blue denim subheading applying.
- Gender decides the heading: men's jeans fall in heading 6203 and women's jeans fall in heading 6204.
- Fiber content decides the subheading: cotton denim jeans take the cotton trousers subheading, not the synthetic or other fiber lines.
- Blue denim construction places the jeans in the blue denim statistical line under the cotton trousers subheading.
- Woven construction keeps jeans in headings 6203 and 6204, which cover woven garments rather than knit items.
Common mistakes
- Classifying men's jeans in heading 6204 is wrong because that heading covers women's and girls' garments only.
- Classifying women's jeans in heading 6203 is wrong because that heading covers men's and boys' garments only.
- Using a knit trousers heading for denim jeans is wrong because denim jeans are woven, not knit.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 29.1% = 16.6% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 54.1%.
- Vietnam
- 29.1% = 16.6% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 6203.42.45.11, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Men's, cotton denim
- CN 6203 42 31, 12%
- Women's, cotton denim
- CN 6204 62 31, 12%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for jeans?
The U.S. HTS code for jeans is usually 6203.42.45.11 (men's, cotton denim). Other versions use 6204.62.80.11 for women's, cotton denim. The first six digits, 6203.42, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on jeans from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 6203.42.45.11 is 16.6%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 29.1% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 29.1%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
Tariff schedule pages
- 6203.42.45.11Of cotton / Men's trousers and breeches / Blue denim (347)
- 6204.62.80.11Of cotton / Women's trousers and breeches / Blue denim (348)
- Heading 6203Men's or boys' suits, ensembles, suit-type jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)
- Heading 6204Women's or girls' suits, ensembles, suit-type jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.