HS code · 4-digit heading
HS Code 58.05 – Tapestries; hand-woven, (Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais and the like) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g. petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up
What HS 58.05 covers
Heading 5805 is dedicated to tapestries, specifically hand-woven tapestries (such as Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais, and similar types) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g., petit point, cross-stitch), whether or not made up. This classification highlights the artisanal and often high-value nature of these textile artworks. The crucial aspect is the method of production: they must be hand-woven or needle-worked, distinguishing them sharply from machine-made versions that would fall under other headings (e.g., 5806 if narrow, or Chapter 57/63 for floor/wall coverings). The term 'made up' implies that they can be finished articles like wall hangings, cushion covers, or panels for furniture, or still in a semi-finished state. This classification is vital for trade compliance due to the potential for significant value, often linking to cultural heritage, artistic merit, and specialized customs procedures. The historical context of tapestries is rich, with renowned centers like Aubusson and Gobelins producing masterpieces for centuries, making these items not just textiles but also collectible art. As part of Section XI, this heading underscores the artistic and craft-based segment of the textile industry, requiring careful attention to provenance and authenticity for proper customs valuation and duty assessment.
- Covers
- Hand-woven Gobelins tapestry
- Aubusson wall tapestry
- Flanders style tapestry
- Beauvais tapestry
- Hand-woven allegorical tapestries
- Needle-worked petit point tapestry panel
- Cross-stitch tapestry kit (with worked fabric)
- Finished needlepoint cushions
- Tapestry wall hangings (hand-made)
- Tapestry panels for furniture upholstery (hand-made)
- Framed needlepoint art
- Historical reproduction tapestries (hand-made)
- Decorative hand-woven textile art
- Medieval style hand-woven tapestries
- Modern hand-woven tapestries
- Hand-stitched pictorial tapestries
- Wool needlepoint tapestries
- Silk hand-woven tapestries
- Blended fiber needle-worked tapestries
- Tapestry fragments (hand-made)
- Tapestry for ecclesiastical use (hand-made)
- Tapestry for historical restoration (hand-made)
- Hand-loomed pictorial wall hangings
- Tapestry art pieces
- Custom hand-woven tapestries
- Examples
A reputable French art dealer exports a valuable antique Aubusson tapestry (HS 5805.00.00) to a private collector in the United States, requiring specialized customs declarations and insurance due to its high value and age. An artisan workshop in India produces intricate hand-stitched wool needlepoint panels (HS 5805.00.00) for a European furniture manufacturer, which are then upholstered into high-end chairs and screens, shipped by air cargo. A UK-based gallery imports contemporary hand-woven tapestries (HS 5805.00.00) from artists in South Africa for exhibitions and sales, often subject to specific cultural goods tariffs.
Subheadings under 58.05 1
Codes often confused with 58.05
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification is confusing hand-woven or needle-worked tapestries with machine-made versions. Machine-made tapestries typically fall under other headings, such as 5806 if narrow, or Chapter 57/63 if used as floor/wall coverings or other furnishing articles. Another error is classifying highly embroidered fabrics (5810) here; while needle-worked, 5805 focuses on the tapestry's artistic and pictorial intent. Lastly, sometimes these are confused with paintings or other works of art (Chapter 97), but tapestries remain textile articles, albeit artistic ones.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 5805, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 5805 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 20% 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 United States $5.1M 25% of world exports
- 2 France $4.3M 21% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $2.5M 13% of world exports
World total: $20M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $7.0M 20% of world imports
- 2 United States $5.2M 15% of world imports
- 3 France $4.2M 12% of world imports
World total: $35M 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.
Questions about HS 58.05
What is HS code 5805?
HS code 5805 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tapestries; hand-woven, (Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais and the like) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g. petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up. Heading 5805 is dedicated to tapestries, specifically hand-woven tapestries (such as Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais, and similar types) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g., petit point, cross-stitch), whether or not made up. This classification highlights the artisanal and often high-value nature of these textile artworks. The crucial aspect is the method of production: they must be hand-woven or needle-worked, distinguishing them sharply from machine-made versions that would fall under other headings (e.g., 5806 if narrow, or Chapter 57/63 for floor/wall coverings). The term 'made up' implies that they can be finished articles like wall hangings, cushion covers, or panels for furniture, or still in a semi-finished state. This classification is vital for trade compliance due to the potential for significant value, often linking to cultural heritage, artistic merit, and specialized customs procedures. The historical context of tapestries is rich, with renowned centers like Aubusson and Gobelins producing masterpieces for centuries, making these items not just textiles but also collectible art. As part of Section XI, this heading underscores the artistic and craft-based segment of the textile industry, requiring careful attention to provenance and authenticity for proper customs valuation and duty assessment.
What products fall under HS code 5805?
Hand-woven Gobelins tapestry, Aubusson wall tapestry, Flanders style tapestry, Beauvais tapestry, hand-woven allegorical tapestries, needle-worked petit point tapestry panel, cross-stitch tapestry kit (with worked fabric), finished needlepoint cushions, tapestry wall hangings (hand-made), tapestry panels for furniture upholstery (hand-made), framed needlepoint art, historical reproduction tapestries (hand-made), decorative hand-woven textile art, medieval style hand-woven tapestries, modern hand-woven tapestries, hand-stitched pictorial tapestries, wool needlepoint tapestries, silk hand-woven tapestries, blended fiber needle-worked tapestries, tapestry fragments (hand-made), tapestry for ecclesiastical use (hand-made), tapestry for historical restoration (hand-made), hand-loomed pictorial wall hangings, tapestry art pieces, custom hand-woven tapestries
What are common misclassifications for HS code 5805?
A frequent misclassification is confusing hand-woven or needle-worked tapestries with machine-made versions. Machine-made tapestries typically fall under other headings, such as 5806 if narrow, or Chapter 57/63 if used as floor/wall coverings or other furnishing articles. Another error is classifying highly embroidered fabrics (5810) here; while needle-worked, 5805 focuses on the tapestry's artistic and pictorial intent. Lastly, sometimes these are confused with paintings or other works of art (Chapter 97), but tapestries remain textile articles, albeit artistic ones.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 5805?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 5805 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.1M, 25% of world exports), France ($4.3M) and the United Kingdom ($2.5M). World exports came to about $20M, 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 5805?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 5805 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($7.0M, 20% of world imports), the United States ($5.2M) and France ($4.2M). World imports came to about $35M, 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 5805 structured?
HS code 5805 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 58 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (58) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (05) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.