HS Code 58.07 – Labels, badges and similar articles; of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered

HS code 5807 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Labels, badges and similar articles; of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered. Heading 5807 encompasses labels, badges, and similar articles made of textile materials. A crucial aspect of this classification is that these articles must be 'not embroidered.' They can be presented in the piece, in strips, or cut to shape or size. This heading is vital for industries involved in apparel, home textiles, accessories, and promotional goods, providing a classification for the ubiquitous identification and branding elements found on countless products. The scope primarily covers woven labels (e.g., brand labels, size labels, care labels), printed textile labels, and unembroidered textile badges or patches. The 'not embroidered' stipulation is a key boundary, differentiating these items from those classified under Heading 5810. This classification is crucial for trade compliance as it impacts customs duties, import/export regulations, and intellectual property rights enforcement related to branding. Historically, the demand for such textile articles has grown in tandem with global manufacturing, especially in the apparel sector, where clear labeling is essential for consumer information and brand integrity. As part of Chapter 58, which deals with special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, and embroidery, Heading 5807 specifically addresses the specialized category of textile articles used for identification and decoration, emphasizing their non-embroidered nature as a distinguishing characteristic within the broader textile landscape.

Woven garment labels, printed textile care labels, brand identity labels for apparel, textile name tags, fabric size labels, heat-transfer textile labels (if textile-based), unembroidered woven badges for uniforms, plain fabric patches (unembroidered), curtain tie-back labels, mattress labels (textile), upholstery labels, textile promotional tags, luggage labels (textile), shoe labels (textile), toy labels (textile), flag labels (unembroidered, for identification), military uniform patches (unembroidered), sports team patches (unembroidered), textile hang tags (unembroidered), woven product traceability labels.

Traders frequently misclassify products under 5807. A common error is classifying *embroidered* labels or badges here; these correctly fall under **5810 (Embroidery)**, which specifically covers embroidered articles. Another mistake involves classifying finished textile articles that are more than just labels/badges, such as small finished flags or pennants, which might belong to **6307.90 (Other made up articles)** if they have a distinct function beyond simple identification. Furthermore, labels made of paper or paperboard, even if attached to textiles, are classified under **4821 (Paper or paperboard labels)**, not 5807.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 5807 in UN Comtrade data were China ($486M, 38% of world exports), Hong Kong ($290M) and Italy ($75M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 5807 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $174M, 14% of world imports), Hong Kong ($121M) and Cambodia (about $89M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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.

HS code 5807 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 58 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (58) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (07) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.