Product classification

HS code for Cotton knit trim: 6003.20

Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of cotton.

Classification of cotton knit trim under HS 6003.20

Cotton knit trim is classified under HS code 600320 based on its manufacturing process and physical dimensions. Chapter 60 of the Harmonized System pertains to knitted or crocheted fabrics. Heading 6003 specifically addresses knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width not exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 6001 (pile fabrics) or 6002 (fabrics containing high elastomeric content). The subheading 600320 is reserved for those narrow fabrics made specifically of cotton. This classification is crucial for textile manufacturers and importers as it distinguishes narrow trims from broader fabric rolls and from woven ribbons, which fall under Chapter 58. The technical distinction lies in the interlocking loops characteristic of knitting, as opposed to the interlacing of warp and weft threads found in woven trims. Furthermore, the width restriction of 30 cm is a strict boundary; any cotton knit fabric exceeding this width would typically be classified under heading 6006. This code includes items used for decorative edging on garments, provided they are produced in continuous lengths or strips and possess the structural characteristics of a knit. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the trim is bleached, dyed, or printed, provided the cotton content remains the primary textile component by weight and the width remains within the specified limit.

Covers
  • Narrow cotton knit ribbons
  • Knitted cotton lace-like trims under 30 cm
  • Cotton knit decorative borders for apparel
  • Narrow crocheted cotton strips
Also under 6003.20
  • Hanes (for underwear trims)
  • Fruit of the Loom (for t-shirt neckbands)
  • Johnson & Johnson (for narrow medical gauze)
  • Dritz (for sewing trims)
  • Prym (for haberdashery items)

Codes often confused with 6003.20

Common mistake. This code is often confused with HS code 600220, which covers knitted fabrics of a width not exceeding 30 cm containing 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn. It is also confused with 580631, which covers woven narrow fabrics of cotton. The method of construction (knitted vs. woven) is the deciding factor.

5806.31Fabrics; narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of cotton (excluding goods of heading no. 5807)

Top exporters and importers of HS 600320 (the code used for cotton knit trim), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600320 (the code used for cotton knit trim) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 17% 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 600320, not only cotton knit trim.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $5.4M
  2. 2 Peru* ~$2.6M
  3. 3 Germany $2.5M

World total: $24M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Myanmar $5.0M
  2. 2 Dominican Republic $3.4M
  3. 3 Indonesia $2.3M

World total: $29M 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 cotton knit trim

Brazil classifies cotton knit trim under NCM 6003.20.00: HS 6003.20 with 00 added.

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

Questions about cotton knit trim

What is the HS code for Cotton knit trim?

The HS code for Cotton knit trim is 600320 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of cotton). The HS code for cotton knit trim with a width not exceeding 30 cm is 600320.

How do I classify Cotton knit trim for customs?

Cotton knit trim is classified under HS code 600320 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of cotton. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does the 30 cm width limit include the selvage?

Yes, the total width of the fabric, including any edges or selvages, must not exceed 30 cm to remain under heading 6003.

Which countries are the top exporters of cotton knit trim (HS 600320)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600320 (the code used for cotton knit trim) in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.4M, 22% of world exports), Peru (about $2.6M) and Germany ($2.5M). World exports came to about $24M, 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 cotton knit trim (HS 600320)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 600320 (the code used for cotton knit trim) in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($5.0M, 17% of world imports), the Dominican Republic ($3.4M) and Indonesia ($2.3M). World imports 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.

Is the HS code for Cotton knit trim the same in all countries?

The base HS code 600320 for Cotton knit 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 cotton knit trim in Brazil?

In Brazil, cotton knit trim (HS 600320) is classified under NCM 6003.20.00.