HS Code:
The Boys' (650) category, typically falling under HS Code 6203 (Men's or Boys' Suits, Ensembles, Jackets, Blazers, Trousers, etc.), encompasses a wide range of clothing items specifically designed for boys. This includes suits, jackets, trousers, shorts, and other apparel made from various materials such as cotton, wool, and synthetic fibers. This category is a significant segment of the global apparel market, driven by seasonal demand, fashion trends, and the growing population of young consumers in emerging markets. The trade of boys' clothing is influenced by factors such as labor costs, raw material availability, and trade agreements between countries.
Total Trade Volume
USD 15.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 4.8 billion
31.6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 2.1 billion
13.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.9 billion
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.3 billion
8.6% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 0.9 billion
5.9% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
12.5%
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain countries on non-preferential trade partners)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-Vietnam FTA)
Shift towards sustainable materials
Increased demand for organic cotton and recycled fabrics in boys' clothing due to consumer awareness of environmental impact, pushing manufacturers to adopt eco-friendly practices.
2021-2022
Growth of e-commerce
Significant rise in online sales of boys' apparel, driven by convenience and the expansion of global retail platforms like Amazon and Alibaba, benefiting exporters with strong digital presence.
2020-2022
Fast fashion dominance
Rapid production cycles and low-cost clothing from countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam continue to dominate the market, though concerns about labor conditions may affect future growth.
2019-2022
The EVFTA, implemented in 2020, has reduced tariffs on Vietnamese apparel exports to the EU, making Vietnam a more competitive supplier of boys' clothing in the European market.
August 2020
Increased market share for Vietnam, with trade volume rising by 15% in 2022 compared to pre-FTA levels.
Ongoing trade disputes have led to additional tariffs on Chinese apparel exports to the US, prompting buyers to diversify sourcing to countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Throughout 2021-2022
Slight decline in China's dominance in the US market, with a shift in trade volume to other Asian exporters.
New EU regulations under the Circular Economy Action Plan mandate stricter sustainability standards for textiles, including boys' clothing, focusing on recyclability and reduced chemical use.
March 2022
Increased production costs for exporters not compliant with standards, potentially benefiting suppliers with established sustainable practices.