HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4304.00 – Fur, artificial; articles thereof
HS code 4304.00 is the 6-digit subheading for fur, artificial, articles thereof. It is used for faux fur coats, faux fur throws, faux fur rugs, faux fur hats and faux fur scarves.
What HS 4304.00 covers
This HS code covers artificial fur and articles made thereof, a rapidly growing segment driven by ethical considerations and advancements in synthetic materials. It includes a wide array of products across fashion, home decor, and toy industries, offering a cruelty-free alternative to natural fur. The trade is characterized by mass-market appeal, diverse product applications, and a focus on material innovation to mimic the look and feel of real fur. Importers are global fashion brands, textile manufacturers, and retailers seeking cost-effective and ethically sourced materials. Exporters are primarily textile-producing nations with strong manufacturing capabilities. Key considerations include material quality, sustainability of synthetics, and evolving consumer preferences.
- Covers
- Faux fur coats
- Faux fur throws
- Faux fur rugs
- Faux fur hats
- Faux fur scarves
- Faux fur toys
- Faux fur trim for garments
- Examples
- Stella McCartney faux fur coat
- Shrimps faux fur bag
- H&M faux fur jacket
- IKEA faux fur rug
- Build-A-Bear plush toys
Codes often confused with 4304.00
Common mistake. Frequently confused with 4303 (natural furskin articles) due to visual similarity, but the material difference (synthetic vs. natural) is critical for customs classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 430400, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 430400 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 68% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $112M 68% of world exports
- 2 Italy $14M 8.5% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $5.3M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $166M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $15M 14% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $7.4M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $7.1M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $110M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4304.00
Brazil does not split HS 4304.00: its NCM code is 4304.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 43.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 4304.00
What is HS code 430400?
HS code 430400 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fur, artificial; articles thereof. This HS code covers artificial fur and articles made thereof, a rapidly growing segment driven by ethical considerations and advancements in synthetic materials. It includes a wide array of products across fashion, home decor, and toy industries, offering a cruelty-free alternative to natural fur. The trade is characterized by mass-market appeal, diverse product applications, and a focus on material innovation to mimic the look and feel of real fur. Importers are global fashion brands, textile manufacturers, and retailers seeking cost-effective and ethically sourced materials. Exporters are primarily textile-producing nations with strong manufacturing capabilities. Key considerations include material quality, sustainability of synthetics, and evolving consumer preferences.
What products fall under HS code 430400?
Faux fur coats, faux fur throws, faux fur rugs, faux fur hats, faux fur scarves, faux fur toys, faux fur trim for garments
What are common misclassifications for HS code 430400?
Frequently confused with 4303 (natural furskin articles) due to visual similarity, but the material difference (synthetic vs. natural) is critical for customs classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 430400?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 430400 in UN Comtrade data were China ($112M, 68% of world exports), Italy ($14M) and the Netherlands ($5.3M). World exports came to about $166M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 430400?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 430400 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($15M, 14% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($7.4M) and Germany ($7.1M). World imports came to about $110M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 430400 structured?
HS code 430400 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (43) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 430400?
In Brazil, HS code 430400 is NCM 4304.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.