HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6003.40 – Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of artificial fibres
HS code 6003.40 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of artificial fibres. It is used for viscose knit trim, modal ribbing for garments, lyocell narrow bands, rayon lace edgings and cupro knit cuffs.
What HS 6003.40 covers
This category covers narrow knitted or crocheted fabrics, less than 30 cm wide, made from artificial fibers like rayon (viscose), modal, or lyocell. These fibers, derived from regenerated cellulose, offer a luxurious feel, excellent drape, and good breathability, often mimicking natural fibers while providing enhanced durability or specific performance characteristics. They are widely used in high-end apparel, intimate wear, and decorative trims where softness and aesthetic appeal are paramount. Importers include fashion houses and textile manufacturers in Europe and North America seeking sustainable or premium alternatives, as well as garment factories in Asia. Exporters are typically countries with strong chemical fiber industries and textile finishing capabilities, such as China, India, and parts of Europe. The distinction between artificial and synthetic fibers is key for proper classification and understanding market applications.
- Covers
- Viscose knit trim
- Modal ribbing for garments
- Lyocell narrow bands
- Rayon lace edgings
- Cupro knit cuffs
- Acetate narrow fabrics
- Regenerated cellulose waistbands
- Examples
- Lenzing (for Tencel/Modal trims)
- H&M (for sustainable collection trims)
- Zara (for fashion apparel components)
- Calvin Klein (for premium underwear bands)
- Wacoal (for intimate apparel trims)
Codes often confused with 6003.40
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 600330 (synthetic fibers) due to the similar "man-made" origin, but artificial fibers are regenerated cellulose, not petroleum-based. It's also distinct from 600390 (other fibers) and 5806 (narrow woven fabrics).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 600340, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 600340 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 Germany $3.4M 41% of world exports
- 2 Australia $1.7M 20% of world exports
- 3 China $1.2M 14% of world exports
World total: $8.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0M 35% of world imports
- 2 France $849K 15% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$487K 8.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $5.8M 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 6003.40
Brazil does not split HS 6003.40: its NCM code is 6003.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 60.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6003.40
What is HS code 600340?
HS code 600340 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of artificial fibres. This category covers narrow knitted or crocheted fabrics, less than 30 cm wide, made from artificial fibers like rayon (viscose), modal, or lyocell. These fibers, derived from regenerated cellulose, offer a luxurious feel, excellent drape, and good breathability, often mimicking natural fibers while providing enhanced durability or specific performance characteristics. They are widely used in high-end apparel, intimate wear, and decorative trims where softness and aesthetic appeal are paramount. Importers include fashion houses and textile manufacturers in Europe and North America seeking sustainable or premium alternatives, as well as garment factories in Asia. Exporters are typically countries with strong chemical fiber industries and textile finishing capabilities, such as China, India, and parts of Europe. The distinction between artificial and synthetic fibers is key for proper classification and understanding market applications.
What products fall under HS code 600340?
Viscose knit trim, Modal ribbing for garments, Lyocell narrow bands, Rayon lace edgings, Cupro knit cuffs, Acetate narrow fabrics, Regenerated cellulose waistbands
What are common misclassifications for HS code 600340?
This code is often confused with 600330 (synthetic fibers) due to the similar "man-made" origin, but artificial fibers are regenerated cellulose, not petroleum-based. It's also distinct from 600390 (other fibers) and 5806 (narrow woven fabrics).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 600340?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 600340 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.4M, 41% of world exports), Australia ($1.7M) and China ($1.2M). World exports came to about $8.3M, 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 600340?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 600340 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0M, 35% of world imports), France ($849K) and Russia (about $487K). World imports came to about $5.8M, 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 600340 structured?
HS code 600340 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (60) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) 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 600340?
In Brazil, HS code 600340 is NCM 6003.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.