Product classification
HS code for Braided trim: 5808.10
Braids, in the piece.
Classification of braided trim under HS 5808.10
Braided trim is classified under HS code 580810 because it directly corresponds to the description "Braids; in the piece." This classification applies to textile products formed by the interlacing of three or more strands, typically in a diagonal pattern, to create a narrow, continuous strip. Unlike woven fabrics, braids are constructed without a traditional warp and weft system, resulting in a distinct texture and flexibility. When supplied in continuous lengths, rather than as individual finished articles, these decorative or functional textile elements are appropriately categorized under this specific subheading, reflecting their manufacturing process and form of presentation.
- Covers
- Decorative braids for apparel (e.g., uniform braids, dress trim)
- Upholstery braids and furniture trim
- Curtain tie-backs and decorative cords (when braided and in the piece)
- Piping cords and edgings (braided, in continuous lengths)
- Military braids and insignia components (in the piece)
- Shoelaces and drawstrings (braided, supplied in bulk rolls before cutting)
- Technical braids for industrial applications (e.g., electrical insulation, reinforcement, in the piece)
- Also under 5808.10
- Chanel jacket trim
- military uniform braids
- curtain cording
- decorative pillow edging
- macrame cords
Codes often confused with 5808.10
Common mistake. Common misclassifications arise from distinguishing braids from other narrow textile products. HS code 580890 covers "Ornamental trimmings in the piece, not braids," which includes items like tassels, pompons, fringes, and other decorative elements that are not formed by braiding. HS code 5806 pertains to "Narrow woven fabrics," which are produced on a loom by interlacing warp and weft threads at right angles, a fundamentally different construction method from braiding. Furthermore, finished articles made from braids, such as individual shoelaces or specific decorative items, might be classified under their respective finished article codes rather than as "braids in the piece," depending on their level of completion and specific function.
Top exporters and importers of HS 580810 (the code used for braided trim), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580810 (the code used for braided trim) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.5% 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 20% of its imports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 580810, not only braided trim.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $67M 29% of world exports
- 2 Germany $43M 18% of world exports
- 3 France $19M 8.4% of world exports
World total: $231M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $18M 8.5% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$15M 7.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $12M 5.7% 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 20% of its imports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $206M 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 braided trim
Brazil classifies braided trim under NCM 5808.10.00: HS 5808.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about braided trim
What is the HS code for Braided trim?
The HS code for Braided trim is 580810 (Braids; in the piece). The HS code for braided trim, when supplied in continuous lengths or "in the piece," is 580810.
How do I classify Braided trim for customs?
Braided trim is classified under HS code 580810 — Braids; in the piece. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the primary distinction between braids and narrow woven fabrics?
The primary distinction lies in their manufacturing process. Braids are formed by the interlacing of three or more strands in a diagonal or oblique pattern, creating a flexible, often rounded or flat structure. Narrow woven fabrics, conversely, are produced on a loom by interlacing warp and weft threads at right angles, resulting in a more rigid, flat structure with selvedges, similar to wider fabrics but of reduced width.
Which countries are the top exporters of braided trim (HS 580810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580810 (the code used for braided trim) in UN Comtrade data were China ($67M, 29% of world exports), Germany ($43M) and France ($19M). World exports came to about $231M, 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 braided trim (HS 580810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 580810 (the code used for braided trim) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($18M, 8.5% of world imports), Vietnam (about $15M) and Germany ($12M). World imports came to about $206M, 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 20% of its imports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Braided trim the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580810 for Braided trim 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 braided trim in Brazil?
In Brazil, braided trim (HS 580810) is classified under NCM 5808.10.00.