HS code for socks
Classifying socks turns on the fiber they are knit from. The cases below are how CBP classified specific socks.
Synthetic-fiber knit socks
- HTS code CBP assigned
- 6115.96.90
- General duty rate
- 14.6%
- Section 301 (applies to products of China)
- not covered
Duty rate as of 2026-10-02 (2026 HTS Revision 20). Section 301 status as of 2026-10-02 (2026 HTS Revision 20). Product-specific Section 301 exclusions are not checked. Verify the duty rate and Section 301 status with a licensed customs broker.
Unisex knit socks of 97% polyester and 3% spandex. CBP found the holiday-motif socks to be apparel, not festive articles.
CBP classified socks under HTS 6115.96.9020, at a general duty rate of 14.6%.
“The applicable subheading for the socks will be 6115.96.9020”
CBP ruling N353868 (Sep 24, 2025) also cited 9903.01.24, 9903.01.25.
Not this case if your goods are:
- socks containing lace or net
- graduated compression hosiery
- babies' socks
- wool socks
These fall on a different line with a different duty rate or Section 301 status. Ask us →
Cotton knit socks
- HTS code CBP assigned
- 6115.95.90
- General duty rate
- 13.5%
- Section 301 (applies to products of China)
- List 4A - 7.5% (heading 9903.88.15)
Duty rate as of 2026-10-02 (2026 HTS Revision 20). Section 301 status as of 2026-10-02 (2026 HTS Revision 20). Product-specific Section 301 exclusions are not checked. Verify the duty rate and Section 301 status with a licensed customs broker.
Unisex knit crew socks of 92% cotton, 7% polyester and 1% spandex, with sewn-on tags and a ribbed knit cuff.
CBP classified unisex knit crew socks constructed of 92% cotton, 7% polyester, and 1% spandex under HTS 6115.95.9000, at a general duty rate of 13.5%.
“The applicable subheading for both styles will be 6115.95.9000”
Not this case if your goods are:
- socks of an equal cotton/synthetic blend by weight
- socks containing lace or net
- babies' socks
- wool socks
These fall on a different line with a different duty rate or Section 301 status. Ask us →
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