Product classification
HS code for Chenille fabric: 5801.90
Fabrics, woven pile and chenille, of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5801, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806.
Classification of chenille fabric under HS 5801.90
Chenille fabric is classified under HS code 5801.90 when it is composed of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers, such as silk, wool, or fine animal hair. Heading 5801 covers woven pile fabrics and chenille fabrics. Chenille is unique because it is manufactured using a specialized chenille yarn, which consists of a core of two or more threads twisted together with short lengths of pile yarn (the "fringe") held between them. This results in a fuzzy, caterpillar-like texture. The classification within 5801 depends entirely on the constituent textile material. Subheading 5801.90 serves as the "other" category for fabrics made from luxury fibers or blends where cotton or synthetic fibers do not predominate. This classification follows the General Rules for Interpretation and Section XI notes regarding textile composition.
- Covers
- Silk chenille upholstery fabric
- Wool-based chenille decorative textiles
- Woven pile fabrics made from fine animal hair
- Blended chenille fabrics where silk or wool is the primary component
- Chenille fabrics for high-end drapery
- Also under 5801.90
- Sunbrella upholstery fabrics
- Maharam textiles
- KnollTextiles
- Robert Allen fabrics
Codes often confused with 5801.90
Common mistake. Chenille fabric is often misclassified under 5801.22 (cut man-made fiber pile) or 5801.32 (cut cotton pile). Importers must verify the fiber content through laboratory testing, as synthetic chenille is much more common and falls under 5801.3x. Additionally, knitted chenille fabrics are excluded from 5801 and must be classified under Chapter 60 (Knitted or crocheted fabrics), specifically 6001, as 5801 is strictly for woven textiles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 580190 (the code used for chenille fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580190 (the code used for chenille fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 19% 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 580190, not only chenille fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $5.0M 17% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $4.9M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $4.8M 16% of world exports
World total: $29M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Nigeria $12M 19% of world imports
- 2 Pakistan $8.1M 13% of world imports
- 3 Romania $4.3M 7.1% 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 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 code for chenille fabric
Brazil classifies chenille fabric under NCM 5801.90.00: HS 5801.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chenille fabric
What is the HS code for Chenille fabric?
The HS code for Chenille fabric is 580190 (Fabrics; woven pile and chenille, of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5801, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806). For chenille fabric made of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers, the HS code is 5801.90.
How do I classify Chenille fabric for customs?
Chenille fabric is classified under HS code 580190 — Fabrics; woven pile and chenille, of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5801, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is chenille distinguished from other pile fabrics?
Chenille is distinguished by the use of chenille yarn in the weaving process, whereas other pile fabrics like velvet or corduroy create the pile through extra warp or weft threads that are later cut.
Which countries are the top exporters of chenille fabric (HS 580190)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580190 (the code used for chenille fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.0M, 17% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($4.9M) and Italy ($4.8M). World exports came to about $29M, 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 chenille fabric (HS 580190)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 580190 (the code used for chenille fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($12M, 19% of world imports), Pakistan ($8.1M) and Romania ($4.3M). 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 Chenille fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580190 for Chenille 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 chenille fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, chenille fabric (HS 580190) is classified under NCM 5801.90.00.