HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5806.40 – Fabrics; narrow woven, consisting of warp without weft, assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs)
HS code 5806.40 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, narrow woven, consisting of warp without weft, assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs). It is used for adhesive-backed decorative ribbons, gift wrapping bolducs, floral arrangement tapes, specialty packaging strips and narrow adhesive tapes for crafts.
What HS 5806.40 covers
This unique HS code covers narrow woven fabrics that consist solely of warp threads, without weft, held together by an adhesive. These are commonly known as 'bolducs' and are distinct from traditionally woven fabrics. They are traded for their specific properties, such as a flat profile, non-fraying edges, and often decorative appearance. Importers include packaging companies, florists, craft suppliers, and giftware manufacturers who utilize these strips for embellishment, tying, and light fastening. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of ribbons and decorative trims. Their adhesive-assembled nature is the defining characteristic, setting them apart from other narrow fabrics.
- Covers
- Adhesive-backed decorative ribbons
- Gift wrapping bolducs
- Floral arrangement tapes
- Specialty packaging strips
- Narrow adhesive tapes for crafts
- Examples
- Scotch Brand decorative ribbons
- Hallmark gift bows (often made from bolducs)
- florist's ribbon
- craft store adhesive fabric strips
Codes often confused with 5806.40
Common mistake. Easily confused with other narrow woven fabrics (HS 58063x) or even non-woven adhesive tapes (HS 3919) if the 'warp without weft' and 'adhesive assembly' characteristics are not recognized.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 580640, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 580640 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 $13M 21% of world exports
- 2 Germany $8.5M 13% of world exports
- 3 China $7.6M 12% of world exports
World total: $64M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $8.5M 13% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $8.0M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $3.9M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $68M 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 5806.40
Brazil does not split HS 5806.40: its NCM code is 5806.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 58.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5806.40
What is HS code 580640?
HS code 580640 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics; narrow woven, consisting of warp without weft, assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs). This unique HS code covers narrow woven fabrics that consist solely of warp threads, without weft, held together by an adhesive. These are commonly known as 'bolducs' and are distinct from traditionally woven fabrics. They are traded for their specific properties, such as a flat profile, non-fraying edges, and often decorative appearance. Importers include packaging companies, florists, craft suppliers, and giftware manufacturers who utilize these strips for embellishment, tying, and light fastening. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of ribbons and decorative trims. Their adhesive-assembled nature is the defining characteristic, setting them apart from other narrow fabrics.
What products fall under HS code 580640?
Adhesive-backed decorative ribbons, gift wrapping bolducs, floral arrangement tapes, specialty packaging strips, narrow adhesive tapes for crafts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 580640?
Easily confused with other narrow woven fabrics (HS 58063x) or even non-woven adhesive tapes (HS 3919) if the 'warp without weft' and 'adhesive assembly' characteristics are not recognized.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 580640?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 580640 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($13M, 21% of world exports), Germany ($8.5M) and China ($7.6M). World exports came to about $64M, 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 580640?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 580640 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($8.5M, 13% of world imports), Mexico ($8.0M) and France ($3.9M). World imports came to about $68M, 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 580640 structured?
HS code 580640 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 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 580640?
In Brazil, HS code 580640 is NCM 5806.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.