HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 6005.36 – Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached

HS code 6005.36 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached. It is used for polyester tricot (greige), unbleached nylon mesh, bleached athletic lining fabric, raw swimwear base fabric and industrial filter fabric (unbleached).

What HS 6005.36 covers

This category encompasses warp knit fabrics made from synthetic fibers in their bleached or unbleached state. These are foundational materials, often traded as 'greige goods' or basic finished fabrics, destined for further processing such as dyeing, printing, or coating. They serve as versatile inputs for a wide array of industries, including apparel (linings, basic activewear), home furnishings, and various industrial uses. Importers are typically dyeing and finishing houses, garment manufacturers, or textile converters who add value to the raw fabric. Exporters are primary textile mills with large-scale knitting capabilities. Key aspects in trade include fiber composition verification, fabric weight, and consistency, as these properties dictate subsequent processing and end-use performance.

Covers
  • Polyester tricot (greige)
  • Unbleached nylon mesh
  • Bleached athletic lining fabric
  • Raw swimwear base fabric
  • Industrial filter fabric (unbleached)
  • Basic lingerie fabric
  • Polyester interlock (greige)
Examples
  • Generic polyester tricot
  • unbleached nylon power mesh
  • basic athletic jersey fabric
  • raw swimwear fabric from Carvico
  • lining material for jackets

Codes often confused with 6005.36

Common mistake. Often confused with 600537 (dyed synthetic) or 600539 (printed synthetic) if the fabric has undergone further processing, or 600541 (artificial fibers, bleached/unbleached) if the fiber type is misidentified.

6005.37Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed6005.39Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed6005.41Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, bleached or unbleached

Top exporters and importers of HS code 600536, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 600536 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world imports. Vietnam 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 33% of its imports here ($25M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $160M
  2. 2 South Korea $82M
  3. 3 Germany $74M

World total: $638M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $86M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$79M
  3. 3 India $55M

Vietnam 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 33% of its imports here ($25M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

World total: $652M 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 6005.36

Brazil does not split HS 6005.36: its NCM code is 6005.36.00.

  1. 6005.36.00 Other (un)bleached synthetic warp knit fabricOutros, crus ou branqueados

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 60.05 →

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

Questions about HS 6005.36

What is HS code 600536?

HS code 600536 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached. This category encompasses warp knit fabrics made from synthetic fibers in their bleached or unbleached state. These are foundational materials, often traded as 'greige goods' or basic finished fabrics, destined for further processing such as dyeing, printing, or coating. They serve as versatile inputs for a wide array of industries, including apparel (linings, basic activewear), home furnishings, and various industrial uses. Importers are typically dyeing and finishing houses, garment manufacturers, or textile converters who add value to the raw fabric. Exporters are primary textile mills with large-scale knitting capabilities. Key aspects in trade include fiber composition verification, fabric weight, and consistency, as these properties dictate subsequent processing and end-use performance.

What products fall under HS code 600536?

Polyester tricot (greige), unbleached nylon mesh, bleached athletic lining fabric, raw swimwear base fabric, industrial filter fabric (unbleached), basic lingerie fabric, polyester interlock (greige)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 600536?

Often confused with 600537 (dyed synthetic) or 600539 (printed synthetic) if the fabric has undergone further processing, or 600541 (artificial fibers, bleached/unbleached) if the fiber type is misidentified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 600536?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 600536 in UN Comtrade data were China ($160M, 25% of world exports), South Korea ($82M) and Germany ($74M). World exports came to about $638M, 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 600536?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 600536 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($86M, 13% of world imports), Vietnam (about $79M) and India ($55M). World imports came to about $652M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam 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 33% of its imports here ($25M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

How is HS code 600536 structured?

HS code 600536 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (60) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (36) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 600536?

In Brazil, HS code 600536 is NCM 6005.36.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.