HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5111.90 – Fabrics, woven; of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5111
HS code 5111.90 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5111. It is used for wool-cotton blend suiting fabric, cashmere-linen blend jacket fabric, merino-silk staple blend dress fabric, alpaca-hemp blend fabric and woolen-ramie blend fabric.
What HS 5111.90 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% natural fiber, where the main blending component is neither man-made filaments nor man-made staple fibers, but other fibers not specifically mentioned in the preceding subheadings of 5111. This could include blends with other natural fibers like cotton, linen, silk (in staple form), or specialty plant fibers. These fabrics often represent unique or niche blends, developed for specific aesthetic qualities, performance characteristics, or specialized applications. Importers and exporters typically include specialized textile mills, designers seeking unique materials, and manufacturers of bespoke garments. Key trade considerations involve the specific properties of the unique blend, its market appeal, and its suitability for specialized fashion or technical textiles.
- Covers
- Wool-cotton blend suiting fabric
- Cashmere-linen blend jacket fabric
- Merino-silk staple blend dress fabric
- Alpaca-hemp blend fabric
- Woolen-ramie blend fabric
- Fine animal hair-bamboo staple blend fabric
- Wool-jute blend fabric
- Examples
- Specialized textile mills creating unique natural fiber blends
- high-end fashion brands using bespoke fabrics
Codes often confused with 5111.90
Common mistake. This is a 'catch-all' for blends not covered by 511120 or 511130, making it crucial to correctly identify the primary blending fiber to avoid misclassification into those specific categories or even other chapters.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 511190, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 511190 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 10% 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 $19M 38% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $6.6M 13% of world exports
- 3 China $6.5M 13% of world exports
World total: $51M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $5.0M 10% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$3.9M 8.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $3.1M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $48M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 5111.90
Brazil does not split HS 5111.90: its NCM code is 5111.90.00.
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 5111.90
What is HS code 511190?
HS code 511190 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5111. This HS code serves as a residual category for woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% natural fiber, where the main blending component is neither man-made filaments nor man-made staple fibers, but other fibers not specifically mentioned in the preceding subheadings of 5111. This could include blends with other natural fibers like cotton, linen, silk (in staple form), or specialty plant fibers. These fabrics often represent unique or niche blends, developed for specific aesthetic qualities, performance characteristics, or specialized applications. Importers and exporters typically include specialized textile mills, designers seeking unique materials, and manufacturers of bespoke garments. Key trade considerations involve the specific properties of the unique blend, its market appeal, and its suitability for specialized fashion or technical textiles.
What products fall under HS code 511190?
Wool-cotton blend suiting fabric, cashmere-linen blend jacket fabric, merino-silk staple blend dress fabric, alpaca-hemp blend fabric, woolen-ramie blend fabric, fine animal hair-bamboo staple blend fabric, wool-jute blend fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 511190?
This is a 'catch-all' for blends not covered by 511120 or 511130, making it crucial to correctly identify the primary blending fiber to avoid misclassification into those specific categories or even other chapters.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 511190?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 511190 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($19M, 38% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($6.6M) and China ($6.5M). World exports came to about $51M, 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 511190?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 511190 in UN Comtrade data were France ($5.0M, 10% of world imports), Vietnam (about $3.9M) and the United States ($3.1M). World imports came to about $48M, 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 511190 structured?
HS code 511190 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 511190?
In Brazil, HS code 511190 is NCM 5111.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.