HS Code:
The Overalls and Coveralls category (HS Code: 6203.42 for men's or boys' overalls and coveralls of cotton, and similar codes for other materials and genders) includes protective and workwear clothing designed for industrial, agricultural, and casual use. These garments are typically one-piece suits that cover the torso and legs, often used in environments requiring durability and protection, such as construction, manufacturing, and farming. This category encompasses a variety of materials including cotton, synthetic fibers, and blends, catering to different safety and comfort needs.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 800 million
32% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 500 million
20% 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
Increasing
Average Rate
12.5%
Highest Rate
25% (applied by some developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA or within ASEAN)
Rising demand for sustainable materials
Increased production of overalls and coveralls made from organic cotton and recycled fibers, driven by consumer and regulatory focus on sustainability.
2021-2023
Growth in industrial safety regulations
Higher demand for protective workwear meeting stringent safety standards, boosting trade in high-quality, certified products.
2020-2022
Shift towards e-commerce
Online platforms have expanded market access for smaller manufacturers, increasing global trade volume and competition.
2019-2023
The European Union introduced updated regulations requiring all imported coveralls to meet enhanced flame-retardant and durability standards, affecting exporters from Asia.
January 2023
Potential increase in production costs for exporters but improved safety for end-users; may lead to market shifts favoring compliant manufacturers.
A new phase of the US-China trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain apparel categories, including overalls, boosting Chinese exports to the US market.
March 2022
Increased trade volume from China to the US, potentially affecting domestic manufacturers and other exporting countries.
Bangladesh invested in new textile and garment manufacturing facilities, focusing on workwear exports to meet growing global demand.
September 2022
Strengthened Bangladeshโs position as a top exporter, likely increasing competition with other low-cost producers like Vietnam and India.