HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6310.10 – Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials; sorted
HS code 6310.10 is the 6-digit subheading for rags, used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials, sorted. It is used for sorted cotton wiping rags, denim scrap for recycling, sorted wool rags, polyester fiber waste and sorted textile offcuts.
What HS 6310.10 covers
This HS code covers textile rags, used or new, and scrap twine, cordage, rope, and cables, all of textile materials, that have been specifically 'sorted'. This sorting implies a level of processing where the materials are categorized by type, color, or quality, making them suitable for specific industrial applications. The trade is primarily business-to-business, involving textile recyclers, industrial suppliers, and manufacturers across various sectors such as automotive, printing, cleaning, and non-woven fabric production. Importers are often industrial users or processing plants seeking specific types of textile waste for their operations, while exporters are typically textile waste management companies or specialized sorting facilities. The 'sorted' characteristic signifies a higher value and more defined end-use compared to unsorted textile waste, often destined for wiping cloths, polishing materials, or as raw material for fiber regeneration.
- Covers
- Sorted cotton wiping rags
- Denim scrap for recycling
- Sorted wool rags
- Polyester fiber waste
- Sorted textile offcuts
- Industrial cleaning cloths
- Sorted used towels
- Sorted garment factory waste
- Examples
- Kimberly-Clark WypAll Wipers (if made from sorted rags)
- Tork Industrial Wipes
- recycled cotton fiber bales
- sorted textile waste for shoddy production
- automotive wiping cloths
Codes often confused with 6310.10
Common mistake. The key differentiator from 631090 is 'sorted,' implying a higher degree of processing and specific end-use. It's also distinct from worn clothing (630900) which is primarily for reuse as apparel.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 631010, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 631010 in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 28% 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 Bangladesh* ~$113M 33% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Netherlands $28M 8.1% of world exports
- 3 China $24M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $339M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $112M 28% of world imports
- 2 United States $80M 20% of world imports
- 3 Poland $26M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $405M 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 6310.10
Brazil does not split HS 6310.10: its NCM code is 6310.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 63.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6310.10
What is HS code 631010?
HS code 631010 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials; sorted. This HS code covers textile rags, used or new, and scrap twine, cordage, rope, and cables, all of textile materials, that have been specifically 'sorted'. This sorting implies a level of processing where the materials are categorized by type, color, or quality, making them suitable for specific industrial applications. The trade is primarily business-to-business, involving textile recyclers, industrial suppliers, and manufacturers across various sectors such as automotive, printing, cleaning, and non-woven fabric production. Importers are often industrial users or processing plants seeking specific types of textile waste for their operations, while exporters are typically textile waste management companies or specialized sorting facilities. The 'sorted' characteristic signifies a higher value and more defined end-use compared to unsorted textile waste, often destined for wiping cloths, polishing materials, or as raw material for fiber regeneration.
What products fall under HS code 631010?
Sorted cotton wiping rags, denim scrap for recycling, sorted wool rags, polyester fiber waste, sorted textile offcuts, industrial cleaning cloths, sorted used towels, sorted garment factory waste
What are common misclassifications for HS code 631010?
The key differentiator from 631090 is 'sorted,' implying a higher degree of processing and specific end-use. It's also distinct from worn clothing (630900) which is primarily for reuse as apparel.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 631010?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 631010 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $113M, 33% of world exports), the Netherlands ($28M) and China ($24M). World exports came to about $339M, 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 631010?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 631010 in UN Comtrade data were India ($112M, 28% of world imports), the United States ($80M) and Poland ($26M). World imports came to about $405M, 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 631010 structured?
HS code 631010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (63) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) 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 631010?
In Brazil, HS code 631010 is NCM 6310.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.