HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5111.11 – Fabrics, woven; of carded wool or of carded fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or of fine animal hair, of a weight not exceeding 300g/m2
HS code 5111.11 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of carded wool or of carded fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or of fine animal hair, of a weight not exceeding 300g/m2. It is used for lightweight merino wool suiting fabric, cashmere blend dress fabric, fine alpaca scarf fabric, woolen flannel shirting and lightweight tweed jacket fabric.
What HS 5111.11 covers
This HS code identifies woven fabrics made from carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing a high proportion (85% or more) of these natural fibers, and specifically weighing 300 grams per square meter or less. These are lightweight, high-quality woolen fabrics, often characterized by a soft hand, good drape, and breathability. They are typically used for fine suiting, dresses, skirts, scarves, and other lighter garments where elegance and comfort are paramount. Major importers include luxury fashion houses and high-end garment manufacturers in Europe and North America, while exporters are often renowned textile mills in Italy, the UK, and China. Key trade considerations include fiber quality, weave structure, finish, pattern, and the fabric's suitability for specific garment types.
- Covers
- Lightweight merino wool suiting fabric
- Cashmere blend dress fabric
- Fine alpaca scarf fabric
- Woolen flannel shirting
- Lightweight tweed jacket fabric
- Lambswool coating fabric (lightweight)
- Fine gabardine wool fabric
- Examples
- Loro Piana (lightweight wools)
- Vitale Barberis Canonico (fine woolen fabrics)
- Abraham Moon & Sons (lightweight tweeds)
Codes often confused with 5111.11
Common mistake. Can be confused with 511119 if the fabric weight is miscalculated, or with 511211 (combed wool fabrics) due to similar fiber content but different processing ('carded' vs. 'combed').
Top exporters and importers of HS code 511111, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 511111 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 9.8% 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 Italy $50M 44% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $19M 17% of world exports
- 3 China $6.1M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $115M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $11M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $8.9M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 Italy $7.8M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $108M 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 codes for 5111.11 2
Brazil splits HS 5111.11 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5111.11.10 Carded wool fabric, min 85% wool, max 300 g/m²De lã
- 5111.11.20 Carded fine hair fabric, min 85%, max 300 g/m²De pelos finos
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 51.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5111.11
What is HS code 511111?
HS code 511111 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of carded wool or of carded fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or of fine animal hair, of a weight not exceeding 300g/m2. This HS code identifies woven fabrics made from carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing a high proportion (85% or more) of these natural fibers, and specifically weighing 300 grams per square meter or less. These are lightweight, high-quality woolen fabrics, often characterized by a soft hand, good drape, and breathability. They are typically used for fine suiting, dresses, skirts, scarves, and other lighter garments where elegance and comfort are paramount. Major importers include luxury fashion houses and high-end garment manufacturers in Europe and North America, while exporters are often renowned textile mills in Italy, the UK, and China. Key trade considerations include fiber quality, weave structure, finish, pattern, and the fabric's suitability for specific garment types.
What products fall under HS code 511111?
Lightweight merino wool suiting fabric, cashmere blend dress fabric, fine alpaca scarf fabric, woolen flannel shirting, lightweight tweed jacket fabric, lambswool coating fabric (lightweight), fine gabardine wool fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 511111?
Can be confused with 511119 if the fabric weight is miscalculated, or with 511211 (combed wool fabrics) due to similar fiber content but different processing ('carded' vs. 'combed').
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 511111?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 511111 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($50M, 44% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($19M) and China ($6.1M). World exports came to about $115M, 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 511111?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 511111 in UN Comtrade data were China ($11M, 9.8% of world imports), Türkiye ($8.9M) and Italy ($7.8M). World imports came to about $108M, 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 511111 structured?
HS code 511111 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 511111?
Brazil splits HS code 511111 into 2 NCM codes: 5111.11.10 (Carded wool fabric, min 85% wool, max 300 g/m²), 5111.11.20 (Carded fine hair fabric, min 85%, max 300 g/m²). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.