HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 6005.90 – Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, excluding those made from cotton or synthetic or artificial fibres

HS code 6005.90 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, excluding those made from cotton or synthetic or artificial fibres. It is used for wool warp knit fabric, silk warp knit jersey, linen blend warp knit, cashmere warp knit and alpaca warp knit.

What HS 6005.90 covers

This 'other' category for warp knit fabrics encompasses those made from textile materials not classified under cotton, synthetic, or artificial fibers. This includes fabrics made from natural fibers like wool, silk, linen, ramie, or blends where these fibers are predominant. These fabrics often cater to niche markets, luxury goods, or specialized industrial applications where the unique properties of these natural fibers—such as warmth (wool), sheen (silk), or breathability (linen)—are specifically desired. Importers and exporters in this segment often deal with high-value textiles, artisanal products, or specific industrial components. Key considerations for trade include the specific fiber composition, quality certifications, and often a higher price point due to the specialized nature of the materials and production.

Covers: Wool warp knit fabric
Silk warp knit jersey
Linen blend warp knit
Cashmere warp knit
Alpaca warp knit
Specialty fiber warp knit
Hemp warp knit
Examples: Merino wool base layers from Smartwool
silk knit lingerie from La Perla
linen blend summer knits from Eileen Fisher
cashmere blend sweaters from Loro Piana
specialized industrial fabrics from natural fibers

Codes often confused with 6005.90

Common mistake. This code is a catch-all and is often confused with specific synthetic (60053x) or artificial (60054x) codes if the fiber composition is not accurately determined. Careful fiber analysis is crucial to avoid misclassification.

Top exporters and importers of HS code 600590, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 600590 in UN Comtrade data was Israel, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 48% 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 39% of its imports here ($4.8M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

1 Israel $95M 45% of world exports
2 Italy $26M 13% of world exports
3 Portugal $21M 10% of world exports

World total: $209M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

1 United States $132M 48% of world imports
2 Canada $17M 6.2% of world imports
3 Indonesia $9.4M 3.5% 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 39% of its imports here ($4.8M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

World total: $272M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 6005.90 2

Brazil splits HS 6005.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

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.

Access via API

GET /api/hs-code/600590/

{
  "code": "600590",
  "description": "Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, excluding those made from cotton or synthetic or artificial fibres",
  "section": "XI",
  "parent": "6005"
}

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Questions about HS 6005.90

What is HS code 600590?

HS code 600590 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, excluding those made from cotton or synthetic or artificial fibres. This 'other' category for warp knit fabrics encompasses those made from textile materials not classified under cotton, synthetic, or artificial fibers. This includes fabrics made from natural fibers like wool, silk, linen, ramie, or blends where these fibers are predominant. These fabrics often cater to niche markets, luxury goods, or specialized industrial applications where the unique properties of these natural fibers—such as warmth (wool), sheen (silk), or breathability (linen)—are specifically desired. Importers and exporters in this segment often deal with high-value textiles, artisanal products, or specific industrial components. Key considerations for trade include the specific fiber composition, quality certifications, and often a higher price point due to the specialized nature of the materials and production.

What products fall under HS code 600590?

Wool warp knit fabric, silk warp knit jersey, linen blend warp knit, cashmere warp knit, alpaca warp knit, specialty fiber warp knit, hemp warp knit

What are common misclassifications for HS code 600590?

This code is a catch-all and is often confused with specific synthetic (60053x) or artificial (60054x) codes if the fiber composition is not accurately determined. Careful fiber analysis is crucial to avoid misclassification.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 600590?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 600590 in UN Comtrade data were Israel ($95M, 45% of world exports), Italy ($26M) and Portugal ($21M). World exports came to about $209M, 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 600590?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 600590 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($132M, 48% of world imports), Canada ($17M) and Indonesia ($9.4M). World imports came to about $272M, 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 39% of its imports here ($4.8M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

How is HS code 600590 structured?

HS code 600590 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 600590?

Brazil splits HS code 600590 into 2 NCM codes: 6005.90.10 (Warp knit fabric of wool or fine animal hair), 6005.90.90 (Warp knit fabric of other textile materials). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.