About HS Code 580639
This residual HS code covers narrow woven fabrics made from textile materials not specifically classified under cotton (580631) or man-made fibers (580632), and excluding pile fabrics and labels. This includes materials like silk, wool, linen, jute, or blends thereof, often used for specialized, luxury, or niche applications. Importers typically include high-end fashion houses, interior designers, and artisanal craft businesses seeking unique textures, natural aesthetics, or specific performance characteristics. Exporters are often countries known for specialty textile production or specific natural fiber cultivation. The 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere specified) indicates its role as a catch-all for other textile compositions.
Products Under This Code
Silk ribbon, wool webbing, linen tape, jute strapping, metallic yarn trim, blended fiber narrow fabrics, specialty decorative ribbons
Real World Examples
Hermes silk scarves (edges), Chanel tweed trim, upholstery piping, artisanal craft ribbons, military uniform braids
Common Misclassification
This code is for 'other' materials, so misclassification often occurs when the specific fiber content (cotton or man-made) is overlooked, leading to incorrect use of 580631 or 580632.
Products Classified Under 5806.39
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Italy, France, and Japan are known for specialty textile production, with luxury goods and niche markets being primary importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 580639?
HS code 580639 covers: Fabrics; narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 5806.3 (excluding goods of heading no. 5807). This residual HS code covers narrow woven fabrics made from textile materials not specifically classified under cotton (580631) or man-made fibers (580632), and excluding pile fabrics and labels. This includes materials like silk, wool, linen, jute, or blends thereof, often used for specialized, luxury, or niche applications. Importers typically include high-end fashion houses, interior designers, and artisanal craft businesses seeking unique textures, natural aesthetics, or specific performance characteristics. Exporters are often countries known for specialty textile production or specific natural fiber cultivation. The 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere specified) indicates its role as a catch-all for other textile compositions.
What products fall under HS code 580639?
Silk ribbon, wool webbing, linen tape, jute strapping, metallic yarn trim, blended fiber narrow fabrics, specialty decorative ribbons
What are common misclassifications for HS code 580639?
This code is for 'other' materials, so misclassification often occurs when the specific fiber content (cotton or man-made) is overlooked, leading to incorrect use of 580631 or 580632.
How is HS code 580639 structured?
HS code 580639 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (58) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.