HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5810.10 – Embroidery; without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs
HS code 5810.10 is the 6-digit subheading for embroidery, without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs. It is used for guipure lace trim, chemical lace motifs, embroidered appliques (no ground), soluble embroidery fabric and cutwork embroidery (without ground).
What HS 5810.10 covers
This category covers embroidery where the ground fabric is not visible, often achieved through techniques like chemical lace or guipure, where the base fabric is dissolved after the embroidery is complete. These intricate textiles are highly valued in the global market for their delicate appearance and are extensively used in bridal wear, haute couture, luxury lingerie, and high-end home furnishings. Importers typically include fashion designers, garment manufacturers specializing in luxury goods, and textile distributors catering to niche markets. Exporters are often countries with advanced textile machinery and skilled artisans capable of producing complex, high-quality designs. Key considerations for trade involve the intricacy of the pattern, the quality of the threads used, and the overall craftsmanship, which contribute to its premium market positioning.
- Covers
- Guipure lace trim
- Chemical lace motifs
- Embroidered appliques (no ground)
- Soluble embroidery fabric
- Cutwork embroidery (without ground)
- Free-standing lace designs
- Bridal guipure lace
- Examples
- Chantilly lace (often guipure style)
- Sophie Hallette guipure
- Solstiss lace
- Victoria's Secret lingerie trims
- Wedding dress lace appliques
Codes often confused with 5810.10
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 5804 (lace) if the embroidery technique isn't clearly distinguished from true lace, or 58109x codes if a ground fabric is present but not immediately obvious. The 'without visible ground' is critical for classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 581010, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 581010 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 21% 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 China $84M 51% of world exports
- 2 India $30M 18% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $7.6M 4.6% of world exports
World total: $164M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $22M 21% of world imports
- 2 France $9.4M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$6.5M 6.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $103M 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 5810.10
Brazil does not split HS 5810.10: its NCM code is 5810.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 58.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5810.10
What is HS code 581010?
HS code 581010 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Embroidery; without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs. This category covers embroidery where the ground fabric is not visible, often achieved through techniques like chemical lace or guipure, where the base fabric is dissolved after the embroidery is complete. These intricate textiles are highly valued in the global market for their delicate appearance and are extensively used in bridal wear, haute couture, luxury lingerie, and high-end home furnishings. Importers typically include fashion designers, garment manufacturers specializing in luxury goods, and textile distributors catering to niche markets. Exporters are often countries with advanced textile machinery and skilled artisans capable of producing complex, high-quality designs. Key considerations for trade involve the intricacy of the pattern, the quality of the threads used, and the overall craftsmanship, which contribute to its premium market positioning.
What products fall under HS code 581010?
Guipure lace trim, Chemical lace motifs, Embroidered appliques (no ground), Soluble embroidery fabric, Cutwork embroidery (without ground), Free-standing lace designs, Bridal guipure lace
What are common misclassifications for HS code 581010?
This code is often confused with 5804 (lace) if the embroidery technique isn't clearly distinguished from true lace, or 58109x codes if a ground fabric is present but not immediately obvious. The 'without visible ground' is critical for classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 581010?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 581010 in UN Comtrade data were China ($84M, 51% of world exports), India ($30M) and Hong Kong ($7.6M). World exports came to about $164M, 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 581010?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 581010 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($22M, 21% of world imports), France ($9.4M) and Vietnam (about $6.5M). World imports came to about $103M, 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 581010 structured?
HS code 581010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (58) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 581010?
In Brazil, HS code 581010 is NCM 5810.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.