About HS Code 590691
This code covers knitted or crocheted textile fabrics that have been rubberized, meaning they are impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with rubber. These materials are distinct from tire cord fabric (5902) and narrow adhesive tapes. Their key characteristic is the combination of textile flexibility and rubber's waterproofing, grip, or protective qualities. They are widely used in specialized applications where elasticity and resistance to elements are crucial. Importers include manufacturers of sportswear, medical textiles, protective gear, and automotive components in countries like Germany, the United States, and Japan. Exporters often originate from countries with advanced textile finishing industries, such as China, Taiwan, and South Korea. Key considerations in trade include the type of rubber used (e.g., natural, synthetic), the base textile's composition, the degree of rubberization, and the fabric's intended end-use, which dictates specific performance requirements.
Products Under This Code
Rubberized knitted sportswear fabric, Waterproof stretch fabric, Neoprene-coated knit fabric, Rubber-laminated medical textiles, Knitted anti-slip fabric, Rubber-backed automotive interior fabric, Coated elastic knit fabric
Real World Examples
Gore-Tex (some stretch versions), Polartec Power Shield (certain variants), Schoeller Textil (rubberized knits), 3M (specialty coated fabrics), Nike (performance apparel fabrics)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 590699 (rubberized fabrics, not knitted or crocheted) if the fabric construction (knit vs. woven) is not correctly identified, or with 5903 (textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics) if the coating material is mistaken for plastic.
Products Classified Under 5906.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China and Germany are major exporters, with the United States and Vietnam being significant importers for various industrial and apparel applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 590691?
HS code 590691 covers: Textile fabrics, rubberised; (excluding those of heading no. 5902 and adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm), knitted or crocheted. This code covers knitted or crocheted textile fabrics that have been rubberized, meaning they are impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with rubber. These materials are distinct from tire cord fabric (5902) and narrow adhesive tapes. Their key characteristic is the combination of textile flexibility and rubber's waterproofing, grip, or protective qualities. They are widely used in specialized applications where elasticity and resistance to elements are crucial. Importers include manufacturers of sportswear, medical textiles, protective gear, and automotive components in countries like Germany, the United States, and Japan. Exporters often originate from countries with advanced textile finishing industries, such as China, Taiwan, and South Korea. Key considerations in trade include the type of rubber used (e.g., natural, synthetic), the base textile's composition, the degree of rubberization, and the fabric's intended end-use, which dictates specific performance requirements.
What products fall under HS code 590691?
Rubberized knitted sportswear fabric, Waterproof stretch fabric, Neoprene-coated knit fabric, Rubber-laminated medical textiles, Knitted anti-slip fabric, Rubber-backed automotive interior fabric, Coated elastic knit fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 590691?
This code can be confused with 590699 (rubberized fabrics, not knitted or crocheted) if the fabric construction (knit vs. woven) is not correctly identified, or with 5903 (textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics) if the coating material is mistaken for plastic.
How is HS code 590691 structured?
HS code 590691 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (59) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.