HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5602.29 – Felt; of textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated
HS code 5602.29 is the 6-digit subheading for felt, of textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated. It is used for polyester felt sheets, acrylic felt fabric, cotton felt rolls, rayon felt and blended fiber felt.
What HS 5602.29 covers
This category encompasses felt made from textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair, such as synthetic fibers (polyester, acrylic), cotton, or blends, provided they are not impregnated, coated, or laminated. These felts are widely traded due to their versatility, cost-effectiveness, and specific performance characteristics like moisture resistance or strength, which can surpass natural fibers in certain applications. Importers include manufacturers of automotive components, filtration systems, and various consumer goods, seeking alternatives to wool felt. Exporters are typically countries with advanced synthetic fiber production and textile processing industries. Key considerations for trade involve the specific fiber composition, density, and thickness, as these dictate the felt's suitability for different industrial or consumer applications. The "not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated" condition is essential for accurate classification, ensuring only basic, untreated felts fall under this heading.
- Covers
- Polyester felt sheets
- Acrylic felt fabric
- Cotton felt rolls
- Rayon felt
- Blended fiber felt
- Synthetic craft felt
- Industrial synthetic felt
- Filtration felt material
- Examples
- Foss Manufacturing (synthetic felt)
- S. Harris & Co. (polyester felt)
- National Nonwovens (industrial synthetic felt)
- Kunin Felt (craft felt)
- Tex Tech Industries (specialty non-wool felt)
Codes often confused with 5602.29
Common mistake. This code can be mistaken for 560221 if the felt contains a significant amount of wool, or with 560290 if it has any surface treatment. Careful examination of fiber content and treatment is necessary.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 560229, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 560229 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, 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 China $77M 40% of world exports
- 2 United States $25M 13% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $25M 13% of world exports
World total: $192M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $23M 10% of world imports
- 2 Sweden $13M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $10M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $220M 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 5602.29
Brazil does not split HS 5602.29: its NCM code is 5602.29.00.
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 5602.29
What is HS code 560229?
HS code 560229 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Felt; of textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated. This category encompasses felt made from textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair, such as synthetic fibers (polyester, acrylic), cotton, or blends, provided they are not impregnated, coated, or laminated. These felts are widely traded due to their versatility, cost-effectiveness, and specific performance characteristics like moisture resistance or strength, which can surpass natural fibers in certain applications. Importers include manufacturers of automotive components, filtration systems, and various consumer goods, seeking alternatives to wool felt. Exporters are typically countries with advanced synthetic fiber production and textile processing industries. Key considerations for trade involve the specific fiber composition, density, and thickness, as these dictate the felt's suitability for different industrial or consumer applications. The "not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated" condition is essential for accurate classification, ensuring only basic, untreated felts fall under this heading.
What products fall under HS code 560229?
Polyester felt sheets, Acrylic felt fabric, Cotton felt rolls, Rayon felt, Blended fiber felt, Synthetic craft felt, Industrial synthetic felt, Filtration felt material
What are common misclassifications for HS code 560229?
This code can be mistaken for 560221 if the felt contains a significant amount of wool, or with 560290 if it has any surface treatment. Careful examination of fiber content and treatment is necessary.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 560229?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 560229 in UN Comtrade data were China ($77M, 40% of world exports), the United States ($25M) and Türkiye ($25M). World exports came to about $192M, 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 560229?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 560229 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($23M, 10% of world imports), Sweden ($13M) and Czechia ($10M). World imports came to about $220M, 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 560229 structured?
HS code 560229 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 560229?
In Brazil, HS code 560229 is NCM 5602.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.