Product classification
HS code for Decorative trim: 5808.90
Ornamental trimmings, tassels, pompons and similar articles, ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted.
Classification of decorative trim under HS 5808.90
Decorative trim is classified under HS code 5808.90, which falls within Chapter 58 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, and trimmings. Heading 5808 is specifically designated for braids in the piece and ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted. It also explicitly includes tassels, pompons, and similar articles. The classification 5808.90 is used for these ornamental trimmings when they are not categorized as braids. These items are characterized by their purely decorative function in the garment, upholstery, and home furnishing industries. The materials used can vary from natural fibers like cotton and silk to synthetic filaments like polyester or metallic yarns. A critical factor for classification under this code is the absence of embroidery; if the trim features decorative needlework on a pre-existing textile base, it must be reclassified under heading 5810.
- Covers
- Tassels and pompons
- Fringe and decorative cords
- Rickrack and soutache trimmings
- Ornamental galloons
- Non-embroidered textile borders
- Braided cords used for drapery
- Also under 5808.90
- Curtain fringes
- graduation cap tassels
- cheerleader pompons
- decorative pillow cording
- upholstery gimp
- costume trims
Codes often confused with 5808.90
Common mistake. Decorative trim is frequently misclassified under HS code 5810.92, which covers embroidery on textile materials. The distinction lies in the manufacturing: 5808 is for trimmings made as a single unit, while 5810 is for designs stitched onto a base fabric. It is also confused with Chapter 60 codes (6002-6006) if the trim is knitted or crocheted, which are excluded from heading 5808.
Top exporters and importers of HS 580890 (the code used for decorative trim), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580890 (the code used for decorative trim) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 580890, not only decorative trim.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $87M 44% of world exports
- 2 France $17M 8.6% of world exports
- 3 Italy $11M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $198M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $26M 14% of world imports
- 2 France $11M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $9.2M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $195M 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 decorative trim
Brazil classifies decorative trim under NCM 5808.90.00: HS 5808.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about decorative trim
What is the HS code for Decorative trim?
The HS code for Decorative trim is 580890 (Ornamental trimmings; tassels, pompons and similar articles; ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted). The standard HS code for ornamental trimmings, tassels, and pompons is 5808.90.
How do I classify Decorative trim for customs?
Decorative trim is classified under HS code 580890 — Ornamental trimmings; tassels, pompons and similar articles; ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are embroidered ribbons included in 5808.90?
No, ribbons with embroidery are classified under heading 5810. Heading 5808 is strictly for trimmings without embroidery.
Which countries are the top exporters of decorative trim (HS 580890)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580890 (the code used for decorative trim) in UN Comtrade data were China ($87M, 44% of world exports), France ($17M) and Italy ($11M). World exports came to about $198M, 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 decorative trim (HS 580890)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 580890 (the code used for decorative trim) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($26M, 14% of world imports), France ($11M) and Indonesia ($9.2M). World imports came to about $195M, 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 Decorative trim the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580890 for Decorative 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 decorative trim in Brazil?
In Brazil, decorative trim (HS 580890) is classified under NCM 5808.90.00.