Product classification
HS code for Embroidered fabric: 5810.99
Embroidery, with visible ground, of textile materials (other than cotton and man-made fibres), in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Classification of embroidered fabric under HS 5810.99
HS code 5810.99 serves as a residual category for embroidered fabrics where the visible ground is made of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers. This includes luxury and specialty fibers such as silk, wool, linen, hemp, or ramie. The classification logic follows the structure of Heading 5810, which prioritizes the presence of embroidery on a visible base fabric. To be classified here, the embroidery must be decorative stitching on a pre-existing textile surface. The 'other textile materials' designation is crucial; if the ground fabric is a blend, the classification depends on which fiber predominates by weight, provided it is not cotton (5810.91) or man-made (5810.92). This code is essential for the international trade of high-end decorative textiles used in upholstery, traditional attire, and luxury interior design. The fabric can be imported in the piece (full rolls), in strips (ribbons), or as individual motifs (patches), as long as the ground fabric remains a functional and visible part of the finished product.
- Covers
- Embroidered silk fabric in the piece
- Linen strips with decorative needlework
- Woolen fabric motifs with intricate embroidery
- Hemp-based textiles featuring decorative stitching
- Ramie fabric with visible ground embroidery
- Also under 5810.99
- Hermès silk scarves with embroidery
- Etro embroidered linen jackets
- Missoni embroidered wool throws
- bespoke bridal gowns with silk embroidery
- artisanal embroidered wall hangings
Codes often confused with 5810.99
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs when importers use 5810.91 (cotton) or 5810.92 (man-made fibers) for fabrics that are actually silk or linen. It is vital to perform a fiber content analysis to ensure the ground material is correctly identified. Another error involves confusing these fabrics with those in Chapter 50 (Silk) or Chapter 51 (Wool). While those chapters cover the base fabrics, the addition of embroidery necessitates a move to Chapter 58. Furthermore, if the embroidery is so dense that the ground is no longer visible, the product might be argued to fall under 5810.10, though this is rare for silk or wool goods.
Top exporters and importers of HS 581099 (the code used for embroidered fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 581099 (the code used for embroidered fabric) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 13% 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 581099, not only embroidered fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $37M 28% of world exports
- 2 China $27M 21% of world exports
- 3 Italy $10M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $133M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $18M 13% of world imports
- 2 France $13M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Myanmar $13M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $140M 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 embroidered fabric
Brazil classifies embroidered fabric under NCM 5810.99.00: HS 5810.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about embroidered fabric
What is the HS code for Embroidered fabric?
The HS code for Embroidered fabric is 581099 (Embroidery; with visible ground, of textile materials (other than cotton and man-made fibres), in the piece, in strips or in motifs). For embroidered fabric with a visible ground made of silk, wool, or linen, the correct HS code is 5810.99.
How do I classify Embroidered fabric for customs?
Embroidered fabric is classified under HS code 581099 — Embroidery; with visible ground, of textile materials (other than cotton and man-made fibres), in the piece, in strips or in motifs. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I classify a fabric that is a blend of silk and cotton?
Classification depends on the weight. If cotton predominates, use 5810.91. If silk predominates, use 5810.99, as it falls under 'other textile materials'.
Which countries are the top exporters of embroidered fabric (HS 581099)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 581099 (the code used for embroidered fabric) in UN Comtrade data were India ($37M, 28% of world exports), China ($27M) and Italy ($10M). World exports came to about $133M, 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 embroidered fabric (HS 581099)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 581099 (the code used for embroidered fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($18M, 13% of world imports), France ($13M) and Myanmar ($13M). World imports came to about $140M, 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 Embroidered fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 581099 for Embroidered 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 embroidered fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, embroidered fabric (HS 581099) is classified under NCM 5810.99.00.