Product classification
HS code for Bamboo mats: 4601.21
Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, mats, matting and screens, of bamboo.
Classification of bamboo mats under HS 4601.21
Bamboo mats are classified under HS code 460121, which specifically covers "mats, matting and screens, of bamboo." This classification falls within the broader Chapter 46, dedicated to manufactures of straw, esparto, or other plaiting materials. The code accurately identifies products made by plaiting bamboo strips or strands into a flat, often flexible, form intended for use as floor coverings, decorative wall coverings, or privacy screens. The specificity of 460121 ensures that these distinct bamboo products are correctly categorized, differentiating them from raw plaiting materials or other bamboo articles.
- Covers
- Bamboo floor mats (e.g., area rugs, runners)
- Bamboo beach mats and picnic mats
- Bamboo bath mats
- Bamboo place mats for dining tables
- Woven bamboo matting for wall coverings or ceiling panels
- Bamboo privacy screens and room dividers (if constructed as matting)
- Bamboo window blinds or shades (if made from plaited bamboo strips)
- Also under 4601.21
- IKEA bamboo floor mats
- Oriental Furniture bamboo screens
- Pier 1 Imports bamboo placemats
- Home Depot bamboo fencing
Codes often confused with 4601.21
Common mistake. A common misclassification for bamboo mats is HS code 460192, which covers "plaits and similar products of plaiting materials; (not mats, matting or screens), of bamboo." The critical distinction lies in the final product form and intended use. While both codes involve plaited bamboo, 460121 is specifically for finished articles like mats, matting, and screens, whereas 460192 is for the plaited material itself or other articles that are not mats or screens. For instance, a roll of plaited bamboo material intended for further manufacture would be 460192, but if it's a finished mat, it's 460121. Another potential confusion could be with Chapter 57 codes for "carpets and other textile floor coverings." However, bamboo mats are distinct due to their material (bamboo) and construction method (plaiting), which differentiates them from textile-based carpets.
Top exporters and importers of HS 460121 (the code used for bamboo mats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 460121 (the code used for bamboo mats) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 84% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 460121, not only bamboo mats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $60M 84% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $1.6M 2.2% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$1.5M 2.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $71M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$12M 20% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Italy $6.2M 10% of world imports
- 3 France $4.8M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $61M 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 bamboo mats
Brazil classifies bamboo mats under NCM 4601.21.00: HS 4601.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bamboo mats
What is the HS code for Bamboo mats?
The HS code for Bamboo mats is 460121 (Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials; mats, matting and screens, of bamboo). The HS code for bamboo mats is 460121. This code specifically covers mats, matting, and screens made from bamboo.
How do I classify Bamboo mats for customs?
Bamboo mats is classified under HS code 460121 — Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials; mats, matting and screens, of bamboo. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are bamboo place mats included under this code?
Yes, bamboo place mats are typically included under HS code 460121. While they are smaller than floor mats, they serve a similar function as a covering or protective layer on a surface, fitting the "mats" description within this classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of bamboo mats (HS 460121)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 460121 (the code used for bamboo mats) in UN Comtrade data were China ($60M, 84% of world exports), the Netherlands ($1.6M) and Vietnam (about $1.5M). World exports came to about $71M, 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 bamboo mats (HS 460121)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 460121 (the code used for bamboo mats) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $12M, 20% of world imports), Italy ($6.2M) and France ($4.8M). World imports came to about $61M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bamboo mats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 460121 for Bamboo mats is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bamboo mats in Brazil?
In Brazil, bamboo mats (HS 460121) is classified under NCM 4601.21.00.