HS Code:
The category of Men's or boys' singlets and other undershirts, underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns, and similar articles (HS Code: 6107 for knitted or crocheted and 6207 for non-knitted or crocheted) includes a range of undergarments and loungewear for men and boys. This category encompasses essential daily wear items as well as sleepwear and leisurewear, often made from cotton, synthetic fibers, or blends to ensure comfort and durability. These products are traded globally, with production often concentrated in countries with low labor costs and strong textile industries. The trade of these items is influenced by fashion trends, consumer preferences for sustainable materials, and seasonal demand.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $15.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC)
$5.8 billion USD
38.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$2.1 billion USD
13.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$1.5 billion USD
9.9% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$1.2 billion USD
7.9% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$0.8 billion USD
5.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
12.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
32% (applied by certain countries on non-preferential trade partners)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Vietnam FTA or USMCA)
Rising demand for sustainable and organic materials
Increased production costs but higher consumer willingness to pay for eco-friendly products, driving market growth in developed regions like Europe and North America
2021-2023
Growth in e-commerce sales of apparel
Direct-to-consumer brands and online marketplaces have boosted trade volumes, especially for affordable loungewear and sleepwear during and post-COVID-19
2020-2022
Shift in production to Southeast Asia
Countries like Vietnam and Bangladesh are gaining market share due to lower labor costs and favorable trade agreements, challenging China's dominance
2019-2023
The European Union introduced new regulations under the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles, mandating higher recycled content and transparency in supply chains for apparel, including men's undergarments and sleepwear.
March 2023
Exporters to the EU must adapt to comply with stricter environmental standards, potentially increasing costs but also opening opportunities for sustainable producers.
Continued tariffs on Chinese apparel imports to the US under Section 301 have led to a diversification of sourcing, with American buyers increasingly turning to Vietnam and Bangladesh for men's undergarments and loungewear.
January 2022
Reduced market share for Chinese exporters in the US, while boosting trade volumes for other Asian countries.
Bangladesh continues to benefit from the EU's Generalized Scheme of Preferences (GSP+), allowing duty-free access for apparel exports, including men's undergarments and pajamas, strengthening its position in the European market.
Ongoing as of 2023
Increased competitiveness for Bangladeshi exporters in the EU, contributing to higher trade volumes and market share.