6211.49.80.50 - Blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses, sleeveless tank styles and similar upper body garments, excluded from heading 6206 (840)

This HTS classification, 6211.49.80.50, specifically covers blouses, shirts, and shirt-blouses designed for women or girls, featuring a sleeveless tank style or similar upper body garment construction. These items are distinct from those classified under heading 6206, indicating they are not tailored shirts or blouses in the traditional sense. The "other textile materials" designation signifies that these garments are not exclusively made of cotton or man-made fibers, but can include blends or other natural fibers as permitted within this section of the tariff.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, it's important to note what falls outside its scope. While other categories at this level might cover coveralls, jumpsuits, washsuits, sunsuits, jumpers, or vests, 6211.49.80.50 is narrowly defined for the distinct upper body garments described. The emphasis is on individual shirt-like or blouse-like items that are sleeveless and designed for the upper body, rather than more comprehensive outfits or distinct garment types.

As this classification represents a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus for classification within this code is on the precise definition of the garment. Importers should verify that the garment is indeed an upper body covering, is sleeveless (or has tank-style straps), is intended for women or girls, and is not otherwise classified under more specific headings or subheadings within Chapter 62, particularly those for tailored shirts or specific knitted/crocheted items.