International conversions Oct 23, 2026 4 min read
US to China Clothing Size Conversion Chart
Chinese sizing uses height/chest format like 165/88A. Three components: height in cm, chest/bust in cm, and a letter for body type (Y, A, B, C).
The Chart
| US Women | China Women (height/bust) | US Men | China Men (height/chest) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS / 0-2 | 155/80A | XS / 32-34 | 165/84A |
| S / 4-6 | 160/84A | S / 35-37 | 170/88A |
| M / 8-10 | 165/88A | M / 38-40 | 175/92A |
| L / 12-14 | 170/92A | L / 41-43 | 180/96A |
| XL / 16-18 | 170/96A | XL / 44-46 | 185/100A |
| 2XL / 20 | 175/100A | 2XL / 47-49 | 185/104B |
FAQs
What does the letter mean (Y, A, B, C)?
Y = lean / athletic (chest-waist drop 12-17 cm men). A = standard. B = slightly fuller. C = fullest. Most off-the-rack labels are A. Y for slim cuts, B/C for relaxed and plus.
Why does Chinese sizing run smaller?
Chinese baseline body measurements run smaller than US averages. A Chinese L often equals US M. Brands selling internationally may relabel for US market — check the cm measurements.
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