HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5602.21 – Felt; of wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt or stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered nor laminated
HS code 5602.21 is the 6-digit subheading for felt, of wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt or stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered nor laminated. It is used for wool felt sheets, merino wool felt, alpaca felt fabric, cashmere felt rolls and felt for hat making.
What HS 5602.21 covers
This code covers traditional felt made purely from wool or fine animal hair, which has not undergone further processing like impregnation or coating. It's a significant category in the textile trade, valued for its natural insulating, sound-absorbing, and cushioning properties. Importers often seek this material for high-end apparel, artisanal crafts, and specialized industrial applications where natural fibers are preferred. Exporters typically come from countries with strong wool production or traditional textile manufacturing capabilities. Key things to know include the importance of fiber composition (pure wool vs. blends), density, and thickness, as these factors dictate its end-use and market value. The "not impregnated, coated, covered nor laminated" clause is crucial for classification, distinguishing it from more processed felts. This raw form is often a precursor for further manufacturing, making it a vital intermediate good in the global supply chain for various industries, from fashion to automotive.
- Covers
- Wool felt sheets
- Merino wool felt
- Alpaca felt fabric
- Cashmere felt rolls
- Felt for hat making
- Industrial wool felt
- Craft wool felt
- Acoustic wool felt panels
- Examples
- FilzFelt (raw wool felt)
- A. Blöchl (industrial felt)
- National Nonwovens (specialty wool felt)
- Felt & Fibre (craft felt)
- S. Harris & Co. (upholstery felt)
Codes often confused with 5602.21
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 560229 (felt of other textile materials) or 560290 (impregnated felt) if the material contains synthetic fibers or has been treated. It's critical to verify the fiber content and absence of coatings.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 560221, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 560221 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 Germany $21M 23% of world exports
- 2 China $12M 13% of world exports
- 3 Spain $8.7M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $91M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $20M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $5.2M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $4.4M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $85M 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 5602.21
Brazil does not split HS 5602.21: its NCM code is 5602.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 56.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5602.21
What is HS code 560221?
HS code 560221 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Felt; of wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt or stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered nor laminated. This code covers traditional felt made purely from wool or fine animal hair, which has not undergone further processing like impregnation or coating. It's a significant category in the textile trade, valued for its natural insulating, sound-absorbing, and cushioning properties. Importers often seek this material for high-end apparel, artisanal crafts, and specialized industrial applications where natural fibers are preferred. Exporters typically come from countries with strong wool production or traditional textile manufacturing capabilities. Key things to know include the importance of fiber composition (pure wool vs. blends), density, and thickness, as these factors dictate its end-use and market value. The "not impregnated, coated, covered nor laminated" clause is crucial for classification, distinguishing it from more processed felts. This raw form is often a precursor for further manufacturing, making it a vital intermediate good in the global supply chain for various industries, from fashion to automotive.
What products fall under HS code 560221?
Wool felt sheets, Merino wool felt, Alpaca felt fabric, Cashmere felt rolls, Felt for hat making, Industrial wool felt, Craft wool felt, Acoustic wool felt panels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 560221?
This code is often confused with 560229 (felt of other textile materials) or 560290 (impregnated felt) if the material contains synthetic fibers or has been treated. It's critical to verify the fiber content and absence of coatings.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 560221?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 560221 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($21M, 23% of world exports), China ($12M) and Spain ($8.7M). World exports came to about $91M, 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 560221?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 560221 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($20M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($5.2M) and the Netherlands ($4.4M). World imports came to about $85M, 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 560221 structured?
HS code 560221 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (56) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 560221?
In Brazil, HS code 560221 is NCM 5602.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.