HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4601.29 – Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials; mats, matting and screens, of vegetable materials other than bamboo or rattan
HS code 4601.29 is the 6-digit subheading for plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, mats, matting and screens, of vegetable materials other than bamboo or rattan. It is used for straw floor mats, jute area rugs, sisal wall screens, abaca woven panels and seagrass matting.
What HS 4601.29 covers
This HS code covers mats, matting, and screens crafted from various vegetable plaiting materials, excluding bamboo or rattan. Think of items made from straw, jute, sisal, abaca, seagrass, or palm leaves. These products are widely traded for their natural aesthetic, sustainability, and versatility in home decor, flooring, and architectural screening. Importers typically include retailers, interior design firms, and construction material suppliers in developed economies seeking eco-friendly and artisanal goods. Exporters are often developing countries with abundant natural fiber resources and traditional crafting skills. Key aspects in trade include the material's origin, the craftsmanship involved, and compliance with environmental standards, as these natural products appeal to a growing market for sustainable home furnishings and building materials.
- Covers
- Straw floor mats
- Jute area rugs
- Sisal wall screens
- Abaca woven panels
- Seagrass matting
- Palm leaf privacy screens
- Water hyacinth floor coverings
- Examples
- IKEA (seagrass mats)
- Pottery Barn (jute rugs)
- Serena & Lily (woven screens)
- The Container Store (natural fiber storage mats)
- local artisan markets
Codes often confused with 4601.29
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 460194 (plaits, not mats/screens) or 460219 (finished articles like baskets). The key distinction is that 460129 specifically covers flat mats, matting, and screens.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 460129, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 460129 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 19% 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 70% of world exports
- 2 Germany $6.4M 4.0% of world exports
- 3 Spain $4.9M 3.0% of world exports
World total: $162M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $23M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $15M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $9.6M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $120M 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 4601.29
Brazil does not split HS 4601.29: its NCM code is 4601.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 46.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 4601.29
What is HS code 460129?
HS code 460129 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials; mats, matting and screens, of vegetable materials other than bamboo or rattan. This HS code covers mats, matting, and screens crafted from various vegetable plaiting materials, excluding bamboo or rattan. Think of items made from straw, jute, sisal, abaca, seagrass, or palm leaves. These products are widely traded for their natural aesthetic, sustainability, and versatility in home decor, flooring, and architectural screening. Importers typically include retailers, interior design firms, and construction material suppliers in developed economies seeking eco-friendly and artisanal goods. Exporters are often developing countries with abundant natural fiber resources and traditional crafting skills. Key aspects in trade include the material's origin, the craftsmanship involved, and compliance with environmental standards, as these natural products appeal to a growing market for sustainable home furnishings and building materials.
What products fall under HS code 460129?
Straw floor mats, Jute area rugs, Sisal wall screens, Abaca woven panels, Seagrass matting, Palm leaf privacy screens, Water hyacinth floor coverings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 460129?
This code can be confused with 460194 (plaits, not mats/screens) or 460219 (finished articles like baskets). The key distinction is that 460129 specifically covers flat mats, matting, and screens.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 460129?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 460129 in UN Comtrade data were China ($112M, 70% of world exports), Germany ($6.4M) and Spain ($4.9M). World exports came to about $162M, 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 460129?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 460129 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($23M, 19% of world imports), France ($15M) and Germany ($9.6M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 460129 structured?
HS code 460129 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (46) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 460129?
In Brazil, HS code 460129 is NCM 4601.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.