Product classification
HS code for Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric: 6006.41
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, unbleached or bleached.
Classification of bleached artificial fiber knit fabric under HS 6006.41
HS code 6006.41 is designated for knitted or crocheted fabrics made from artificial fibers that have undergone a bleaching process. In the context of the Harmonized System, "artificial fibers" refers to fibers derived from natural organic polymers, such as cellulose, which are chemically processed (e.g., viscose rayon, acetate, or modal). This is distinct from "synthetic fibers" like polyester or nylon. Heading 60.06 is a residual category for "other" knitted fabrics that do not meet the specific criteria of headings 60.01 through 60.04, which cover pile fabrics, elastic fabrics, and narrow fabrics. The sub-heading 6006.41 specifically identifies fabrics that are either unbleached or bleached. Bleaching is a finishing process used to remove natural yellowish tints from the fibers to achieve a pure white base, often as a precursor to dyeing or for use in white garments. Classification requires verifying that the fabric is knitted (intermeshing loops) rather than woven, and that the fiber content is predominantly artificial filament or staple fibers.
- Covers
- Bleached viscose rayon jersey
- Bleached acetate tricot (non-warp knit)
- Bleached modal knit fabrics
- Bleached cupro knitted textiles
- Bleached bamboo-derived viscose knits
- Also under 6006.41
- Lenzing (Tencel, Modal, Viscose fabrics)
- Birla Cellulose (Liva fabrics)
- Eastman (Naia cellulosic fibers)
- Esquel Group (textile manufacturer)
- Inditex (using these fabrics for apparel)
Codes often confused with 6006.41
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 6006.31 and 6005.41. HS code 6006.31 applies to fabrics made of synthetic fibers (like polyester), which are chemically different from artificial fibers. HS code 6005.41 is used for warp-knit fabrics of artificial fibers. Warp knitting (Raschel or Tricot) is a specific construction method where the yarn runs lengthwise; if the fabric is warp-knit, it must be moved from 60.06 to 60.05. Misidentifying the fiber type (synthetic vs. artificial) is the most common error in this category.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600641 (the code used for bleached artificial fiber knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600641 (the code used for bleached artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 35% 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 600641, not only bleached artificial fiber knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $16M 31% of world exports
- 2 Cambodia* ~$14M 27% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Malaysia $7.9M 15% of world exports
World total: $54M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $23M 35% of world imports
- 2 Egypt $7.3M 11% of world imports
- 3 Morocco $6.0M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $65M 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 bleached artificial fiber knit fabric
Brazil classifies bleached artificial fiber knit fabric under NCM 6006.41.00: HS 6006.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bleached artificial fiber knit fabric
What is the HS code for Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric?
The HS code for Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric is 600641 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, unbleached or bleached). The HS code for bleached artificial fiber knit fabric is 6006.41.
How do I classify Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric for customs?
Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric is classified under HS code 600641 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish artificial fibers from synthetic fibers for HS classification?
Artificial fibers (6006.41) are regenerated from natural materials like wood pulp (e.g., viscose), while synthetic fibers (6006.31) are synthesized from petroleum-based polymers (e.g., polyester).
Which countries are the top exporters of bleached artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600641)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600641 (the code used for bleached artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($16M, 31% of world exports), Cambodia (about $14M) and Malaysia ($7.9M). World exports came to about $54M, 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 bleached artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600641)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600641 (the code used for bleached artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($23M, 35% of world imports), Egypt ($7.3M) and Morocco ($6.0M). World imports came to about $65M, 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 Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600641 for Bleached artificial fiber knit fabric 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 bleached artificial fiber knit fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, bleached artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600641) is classified under NCM 6006.41.00.