HS Code:
Bib and brace overalls, categorized under HS Code 6203.42 (for men's or boys' cotton overalls) and related codes, are protective or workwear garments commonly used in industries such as construction, agriculture, and manufacturing. These garments are designed for durability and functionality, often made from materials like cotton, denim, or synthetic blends. This category includes overalls for both professional and casual use, and trade in this segment is influenced by factors such as labor demand, industrial growth, and fashion trends.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
$450 million USD
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$150 million USD
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$80 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$70 million USD
5.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
12% ad valorem
Highest Rate
25% (applied by certain countries for protective tariffs)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Vietnam FTA)
Growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials
Increased production costs but higher market value for organic cotton and recycled materials
2021-2023
Rise in industrial and construction activities in developing economies
Boosted demand for durable workwear, especially in Asia-Pacific and Africa
2020-2022
Shift towards casual and fashion-oriented overalls
Expanded consumer base beyond industrial use, influencing export patterns to developed markets
2019-2023
The European Union introduced new sustainability and labor compliance requirements for textile imports, including bib and brace overalls, to ensure ethical production practices.
January 2023
Potential increase in production costs for exporters like Bangladesh and Vietnam, but improved market access for compliant suppliers.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain apparel categories, including workwear, benefiting Chinese exporters of bib and brace overalls.
March 2022
Increased competitiveness of Chinese products in the US market, potentially affecting other exporters.
Bangladesh invested in new manufacturing facilities to boost production of workwear, supported by government incentives for textile exports.
September 2022
Strengthened position as a leading exporter, likely to increase market share in the coming years.