Product classification

HS code for Chenille yarn: 5606.00

Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn), chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn), loop wale-yarn.

Classification of chenille yarn under HS 5606.00

Chenille yarn is classified under HS code 5606.00 because it is a "gimped" yarn consisting of a core of two or more yarns twisted together, trapping short ends of pile yarn. This construction gives the yarn its characteristic velvety appearance and fuzzy texture. It is distinct from standard spun yarns because of this complex mechanical assembly process. The classification falls under Chapter 56, which covers wadding, felt, and special yarns. According to the General Interpretative Rules, the method of manufacture (the twisting and trapping of the pile) is the defining characteristic for 5606.00. This code also includes flock chenille yarn, where the pile is attached to a core yarn using an adhesive (electrostatic flocking), provided it meets the structural definitions of gimped yarn.

Covers
  • Standard chenille yarn for knitting or weaving
  • Flock chenille yarn
  • Gimped yarn (excluding horsehair)
  • Loop wale-yarn
  • Decorative fuzzy yarns for upholstery
Also under 5606.00
  • Bernat (chenille yarns for crafts)
  • Schumacher (decorative trims)
  • Kravet (upholstery fabrics)
  • Milliken (carpets, some with textured yarns)

Codes often confused with 5606.00

Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is confusing chenille yarn with chenille fabric, which is classified under HS code 5801.36. Yarn is the raw material, while fabric is the finished textile. Another error is classifying chenille yarn based on its fiber content (e.g., cotton or polyester) in Chapters 52 or 54. Because chenille is a "special" yarn, the construction rule of 5606.00 takes precedence over the fiber-specific codes of 5205 or 5402.

5801.36Fabrics; chenille, of man-made fibres, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 580652.05Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale54.02Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex

Top exporters and importers of HS 560600 (the code used for chenille yarn), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560600 (the code used for chenille yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 560600, not only chenille yarn.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $284M
  2. 2 Italy $75M
  3. 3 Türkiye $54M

World total: $648M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $71M
  2. 2 Italy $71M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$59M

World total: $669M 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 chenille yarn

Brazil classifies chenille yarn under NCM 5606.00.00: HS 5606.00 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about chenille yarn

What is the HS code for Chenille yarn?

The HS code for Chenille yarn is 560600 (Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405; gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn). The HS code for chenille yarn, including flock chenille and gimped yarn, is 5606.00.

How do I classify Chenille yarn for customs?

Chenille yarn is classified under HS code 560600 — Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405; gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is chenille yarn classified by its material?

No, chenille yarn is classified by its construction method under 5606.00, regardless of whether it is made of cotton, wool, or synthetic fibers.

Which countries are the top exporters of chenille yarn (HS 560600)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560600 (the code used for chenille yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($284M, 44% of world exports), Italy ($75M) and Türkiye ($54M). World exports came to about $648M, 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 yarn (HS 560600)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 560600 (the code used for chenille yarn) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($71M, 11% of world imports), Italy ($71M) and Bangladesh (about $59M). World imports came to about $669M, 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 yarn the same in all countries?

The base HS code 560600 for Chenille yarn 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 yarn in Brazil?

In Brazil, chenille yarn (HS 560600) is classified under NCM 5606.00.00.