HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6002.90 – Fabrics; knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread
HS code 6002.90 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. It is used for elastic waistbands, stretch knit cuffs, ribbed elastic trim, narrow power mesh fabric and knitted medical bandages.
What HS 6002.90 covers
This code covers narrow knitted or crocheted fabrics, specifically those less than 30 cm wide, which incorporate a significant amount (5% or more by weight) of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. These fabrics are characterized by their inherent stretch and recovery properties, making them essential components in various industries. They are not pile fabrics (60.01). Importers include manufacturers of apparel (especially activewear, lingerie, and hosiery), medical textiles, and specialized industrial products in countries like Vietnam, Mexico, and various EU nations. Exporters often come from countries with advanced knitting technologies and access to specialized yarns, such as China, Taiwan, and Italy. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend of fibers (e.g., nylon/spandex, cotton/rubber), the elasticity and recovery performance, the width and construction (e.g., rib knit, jersey), and compliance with textile standards for durability and comfort.
- Covers
- Elastic waistbands
- Stretch knit cuffs
- Ribbed elastic trim
- Narrow power mesh fabric
- Knitted medical bandages
- Elasticized bra straps
- Stretch athletic tape
- Examples
- YKK (elastic tapes)
- Prym (elastic bands)
- Muehlmeier (bra components)
- Bemis Associates (stretch trims)
- Nike (performance apparel elastic)
Codes often confused with 6002.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 600240 (other knitted or crocheted fabrics, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread) if the fabric is not specifically of heading 60.01, or with 6006 (other knitted or crocheted fabrics) if the width and elastomeric content are overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 600290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 600290 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 14% 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 $72M 52% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $10M 7.5% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $6.5M 4.7% of world exports
World total: $139M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $18M 14% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$16M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Philippines $9.4M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $135M 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 codes for 6002.90 3
Brazil splits HS 6002.90 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6002.90.10 Cotton knit up to 30 cm, with rubber threadDe algodão
- 6002.90.20 Man-made knit up to 30 cm, with rubber threadDe fibras sintéticas ou artificiais
- 6002.90.90 Other knit up to 30 cm, with rubber threadDe outras matérias têxteis
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 60.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6002.90
What is HS code 600290?
HS code 600290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. This code covers narrow knitted or crocheted fabrics, specifically those less than 30 cm wide, which incorporate a significant amount (5% or more by weight) of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. These fabrics are characterized by their inherent stretch and recovery properties, making them essential components in various industries. They are not pile fabrics (60.01). Importers include manufacturers of apparel (especially activewear, lingerie, and hosiery), medical textiles, and specialized industrial products in countries like Vietnam, Mexico, and various EU nations. Exporters often come from countries with advanced knitting technologies and access to specialized yarns, such as China, Taiwan, and Italy. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend of fibers (e.g., nylon/spandex, cotton/rubber), the elasticity and recovery performance, the width and construction (e.g., rib knit, jersey), and compliance with textile standards for durability and comfort.
What products fall under HS code 600290?
Elastic waistbands, Stretch knit cuffs, Ribbed elastic trim, Narrow power mesh fabric, Knitted medical bandages, Elasticized bra straps, Stretch athletic tape
What are common misclassifications for HS code 600290?
This code can be confused with 600240 (other knitted or crocheted fabrics, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread) if the fabric is not specifically of heading 60.01, or with 6006 (other knitted or crocheted fabrics) if the width and elastomeric content are overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 600290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 600290 in UN Comtrade data were China ($72M, 52% of world exports), Hong Kong ($10M) and Thailand ($6.5M). World exports came to about $139M, 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 600290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 600290 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($18M, 14% of world imports), Vietnam (about $16M) and the Philippines ($9.4M). World imports came to about $135M, 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 600290 structured?
HS code 600290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (60) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 600290?
Brazil splits HS code 600290 into 3 NCM codes: 6002.90.10 (Cotton knit up to 30 cm, with rubber thread), 6002.90.20 (Man-made knit up to 30 cm, with rubber thread), 6002.90.90 (Other knit up to 30 cm, with rubber thread). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.