HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 6004.10 – Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn but not containing rubber thread

HS code 6004.10 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn but not containing rubber thread. It is used for spandex blend jersey fabric, lycra knit for swimwear, stretch athletic mesh, power mesh fabric and elasticized rib knit (wide).

What HS 6004.10 covers

This code covers wide knitted or crocheted fabrics (over 30 cm) that incorporate at least 5% elastomeric yarn (like spandex/Lycra) but specifically exclude rubber thread. These fabrics are characterized by their significant stretch and recovery properties, making them essential for activewear, swimwear, intimate apparel, and form-fitting garments. The "width exceeding 30 cm" indicates their use for main body panels of clothing rather than just trims. Major importers are global apparel brands and garment manufacturers, particularly in Asia, Europe, and North America, who rely on these fabrics for comfort and performance. Exporters are typically countries with advanced textile manufacturing, such as China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Turkey. Key considerations in trade include the specific blend of fibers, the degree of stretch, and the fabric's weight and finish.

Covers
  • Spandex blend jersey fabric
  • Lycra knit for swimwear
  • Stretch athletic mesh
  • Power mesh fabric
  • Elasticized rib knit (wide)
  • Stretch fleece fabric
  • Yoga pant fabric
Examples
  • Lululemon (for yoga wear fabrics)
  • Speedo (for swimwear fabrics)
  • Nike Dri-FIT (for performance apparel)
  • Under Armour HeatGear (for base layers)
  • Victoria's Secret (for bra and shapewear fabrics)

Codes often confused with 6004.10

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 600490 if rubber thread is present, or with other knitted fabrics (e.g., Chapter 60, subheadings 6005, 6006) if the elastomeric content is overlooked. The 5% elastomeric yarn threshold is critical.

6004.90Fabrics; knitted or crocheted, other than those of heading 60.01, of a width exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread,60.05Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.0460.06Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04

Top exporters and importers of HS code 600410, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 600410 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 69% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 26% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 72% of its exports here ($514M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $6.3B
  2. 2 South Korea $465M
  3. 3 Italy $438M

Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 72% of its exports here ($514M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

World total: $9.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$2.0B
  2. 2 Cambodia* ~$743M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$681M

World total: $7.8B 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 6004.10 16

Brazil splits HS 6004.10 into 16 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 6004.10.1 Of cottonDe algodão Group
  2. 6004.10.11 (Un)bleached cotton elastomeric knit, no rubberCrus ou branqueados
  3. 6004.10.12 Dyed cotton elastomeric knit, no rubberTintos
  4. 6004.10.13 Yarn-dyed cotton elastomeric knit, no rubberDe fios de diversas cores
  5. 6004.10.14 Printed cotton elastomeric knit, no rubberEstampados
  6. 6004.10.3 Of synthetic fibresDe fibras sintéticas Group
  7. 6004.10.31 (Un)bleached synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubberCrus ou branqueados
  8. 6004.10.32 Dyed synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubberTintos
  9. 6004.10.33 Yarn-dyed synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubberDe fios de diversas cores
  10. 6004.10.34 Printed synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubberEstampados
  11. 6004.10.4 Of artificial fibresDe fibras artificiais Group
  12. 6004.10.41 (Un)bleached artificial elastomer knit, no rubberCrus ou branqueados
  13. 6004.10.42 Dyed artificial elastomeric knit, no rubberTintos
  14. 6004.10.43 Yarn-dyed artificial elastomeric knit, no rubberDe fios de diversas cores
  15. 6004.10.44 Printed artificial elastomeric knit, no rubberEstampados
  16. 6004.10.9 Of other textile materialsDe outras matérias têxteis Group
  17. 6004.10.91 Other (un)bleached elastomeric knit, no rubberCrus ou branqueados
  18. 6004.10.92 Other dyed elastomeric knit, no rubberTintos
  19. 6004.10.93 Other yarn-dyed elastomeric knit, no rubberDe fios de diversas cores
  20. 6004.10.94 Other printed elastomeric knit, no rubberEstampados

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 60.04 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 6004.10

What is HS code 600410?

HS code 600410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn but not containing rubber thread. This code covers wide knitted or crocheted fabrics (over 30 cm) that incorporate at least 5% elastomeric yarn (like spandex/Lycra) but specifically exclude rubber thread. These fabrics are characterized by their significant stretch and recovery properties, making them essential for activewear, swimwear, intimate apparel, and form-fitting garments. The "width exceeding 30 cm" indicates their use for main body panels of clothing rather than just trims. Major importers are global apparel brands and garment manufacturers, particularly in Asia, Europe, and North America, who rely on these fabrics for comfort and performance. Exporters are typically countries with advanced textile manufacturing, such as China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Turkey. Key considerations in trade include the specific blend of fibers, the degree of stretch, and the fabric's weight and finish.

What products fall under HS code 600410?

Spandex blend jersey fabric, Lycra knit for swimwear, Stretch athletic mesh, Power mesh fabric, Elasticized rib knit (wide), Stretch fleece fabric, Yoga pant fabric

What are common misclassifications for HS code 600410?

This code is often confused with 600490 if rubber thread is present, or with other knitted fabrics (e.g., Chapter 60, subheadings 6005, 6006) if the elastomeric content is overlooked. The 5% elastomeric yarn threshold is critical.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 600410?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 600410 in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.3B, 69% of world exports), South Korea ($465M) and Italy ($438M). World exports came to about $9.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 72% of its exports here ($514M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 600410?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 600410 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $2.0B, 26% of world imports), Cambodia (about $743M) and Bangladesh (about $681M). World imports came to about $7.8B, 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 600410 structured?

HS code 600410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (60) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) 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 600410?

Brazil splits HS code 600410 into 16 NCM codes: 6004.10.11 ((Un)bleached cotton elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.12 (Dyed cotton elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.13 (Yarn-dyed cotton elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.14 (Printed cotton elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.31 ((Un)bleached synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.32 (Dyed synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.33 (Yarn-dyed synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubber), 6004.10.34 (Printed synthetic elastomeric knit, no rubber), and more listed on this page. The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.