HS Code:
The category under HS Code subheadings 6111.20.60, 6111.30.50, and 6111.90.50 pertains to babies' garments and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted. Specifically, 6111.20.60 covers garments made of cotton, 6111.30.50 covers those made of synthetic fibers, and 6111.90.50 includes garments made of other textile materials. These subheadings encompass a range of products such as onesies, rompers, bibs, and other clothing items designed for infants, which are critical in the global apparel trade due to consistent demand driven by birth rates and gifting trends.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 1.2 billion
48% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 450 million
18% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 300 million
12% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 150 million
6% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
10.5%
Highest Rate
16% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Vietnam FTA)
Rising demand for organic cotton baby garments
Increased production costs but higher market value and consumer trust, particularly in North America and Europe
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly materials
Growth in market share for brands using recycled fibers or biodegradable materials, driven by consumer awareness
2022
E-commerce boom in baby apparel sales
Expanded market access for exporters, especially from developing countries, through platforms like Amazon and Alibaba
2020-2022
The European Union updated its safety regulations for baby clothing, mandating lower thresholds for chemical residues and stricter flammability standards.
March 2023
Exporters to the EU, particularly from Asia, face higher compliance costs but gain credibility in a high-value market.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain baby garment categories from China to the US, easing previous tensions.
January 2023
Chinese exporters regained competitiveness in the US market, potentially increasing trade volume by 10-15%.
Bangladesh invested in new textile mills focused on baby garments to meet growing global demand, supported by government incentives.
June 2022
Increased export potential, positioning Bangladesh as a stronger competitor to China in this category.