HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5606.00 – Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405; gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn

HS code 5606.00 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale-yarn. It is used for chenille upholstery yarn, gimped decorative cord, loop wale carpet yarn, chenille sweater yarn and fringed trim yarn.

What HS 5606.00 covers

This category encompasses specialized yarns such as gimped yarn (where a core yarn is wrapped by another), chenille yarn (characterized by a soft, fuzzy pile protruding from its surface, including flock chenille yarn), and loop wale-yarn. These yarns are distinct from standard textile yarns due to their unique construction and textural properties. They are primarily traded for their decorative qualities and tactile appeal, making them highly valued in the home furnishings, apparel, and craft industries. Importers are typically manufacturers of upholstery fabrics, carpets, decorative trims, and knitwear seeking to add texture and visual interest to their products. Exporters are often countries with strong traditional textile manufacturing and design capabilities. Their unique textures allow for the creation of distinctive and luxurious products, driving demand in niche and high-end markets globally.

Covers
  • Chenille upholstery yarn
  • Gimped decorative cord
  • Loop wale carpet yarn
  • Chenille sweater yarn
  • Fringed trim yarn
  • Decorative curtain tie-backs
  • Craft project chenille
  • Textured apparel yarn
Examples
  • Bernat (chenille yarns for crafts)
  • Schumacher (decorative trims)
  • Kravet (upholstery fabrics)
  • Milliken (carpets, some with textured yarns)

Codes often confused with 5606.00

Common mistake. Can be confused with 5402 (synthetic filament yarn) or 5403 (artificial filament yarn) if the special construction (gimped, chenille, loop wale) is not recognized, as these are distinct from basic filament yarns.

54.02Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex54.03Artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including artificial monofilament of less than 67 decitex

Top exporters and importers of HS code 560600, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 560600 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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. 1 China $284M
  2. 2 Italy $75M
  3. 3 Türkiye $54M

World total: $648M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $71M
  2. 2 Italy $71M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$59M

World total: $669M 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 5606.00

Brazil does not split HS 5606.00: its NCM code is 5606.00.00.

  1. 5606.00.00 Gimped yarn, chenille yarn, loop wale-yarnFios revestidos por enrolamento, lâminas e formas semelhantes das posições 54.04 ou 54.05, revestidas por enrolamento, exceto os da posição 56.05 e os fios de crina revestidos por enrolamento; fios de froco (chenille); fios denominados "de cadeia" (chaînette).

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 56.06 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5606.00

What is HS code 560600?

HS code 560600 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405; gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn. This category encompasses specialized yarns such as gimped yarn (where a core yarn is wrapped by another), chenille yarn (characterized by a soft, fuzzy pile protruding from its surface, including flock chenille yarn), and loop wale-yarn. These yarns are distinct from standard textile yarns due to their unique construction and textural properties. They are primarily traded for their decorative qualities and tactile appeal, making them highly valued in the home furnishings, apparel, and craft industries. Importers are typically manufacturers of upholstery fabrics, carpets, decorative trims, and knitwear seeking to add texture and visual interest to their products. Exporters are often countries with strong traditional textile manufacturing and design capabilities. Their unique textures allow for the creation of distinctive and luxurious products, driving demand in niche and high-end markets globally.

What products fall under HS code 560600?

Chenille upholstery yarn, Gimped decorative cord, Loop wale carpet yarn, Chenille sweater yarn, Fringed trim yarn, Decorative curtain tie-backs, Craft project chenille, Textured apparel yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 560600?

Can be confused with 5402 (synthetic filament yarn) or 5403 (artificial filament yarn) if the special construction (gimped, chenille, loop wale) is not recognized, as these are distinct from basic filament yarns.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 560600?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 560600 in UN Comtrade data were China ($284M, 44% of world exports), Italy ($75M) and Türkiye ($54M). World exports came to about $648M, 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 560600?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 560600 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($71M, 11% of world imports), Italy ($71M) and Bangladesh (about $59M). World imports came to about $669M, 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 560600 structured?

HS code 560600 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (56) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 560600?

In Brazil, HS code 560600 is NCM 5606.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.