Product classification
HS code for Embroidered polyester fabric: 5810.92
Embroidery, with visible ground, of man-made fibres, in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Classification of embroidered polyester fabric under HS 5810.92
Embroidered polyester fabric is classified under HS code 5810.92. This code is specifically designated for embroidery with a visible ground made of man-made fibers, which includes both synthetic fibers (like polyester, nylon, and acrylic) and artificial fibers (like rayon and acetate). Under the Harmonized System, Heading 5810 covers embroidery in the piece, in strips, or in motifs. The subheading 5810.92 is applied when the base fabric is composed of these man-made materials and remains visible after the embroidery process. Polyester is one of the most common substrates for industrial embroidery due to its durability and cost-effectiveness. The classification remains consistent whether the embroidery thread itself is made of polyester, cotton, or metallic yarn, as the subheading is determined by the material of the ground fabric. This classification is used extensively in the textile industry for decorative fabrics intended for evening wear, curtains, and home accessories.
- Covers
- Embroidered polyester satin in rolls
- Nylon mesh fabric with decorative embroidery
- Rayon strips featuring embroidered patterns
- Synthetic organza with visible ground embroidery
- Polyester taffeta motifs for decorative use
- Also under 5810.92
- H&M embroidered polyester blouses
- Nike embroidered activewear
- Victoria's Secret embroidered lingerie
- IKEA embroidered curtains
- Jo-Ann Fabrics embroidered trims
Codes often confused with 5810.92
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification is placing these items under Chapter 54 (Man-made filaments) or Chapter 55 (Man-made staple fibers). While those chapters cover the base woven polyester fabric, the presence of embroidery specifically directs the classification to Heading 5810. Another common error is using 5810.10, which is reserved for embroidery without a visible ground (such as chemical lace). If the polyester base is dissolved during production, 5810.10 is correct; if it remains, 5810.92 must be used. Additionally, confusion sometimes arises with 5810.91 if the user assumes the embroidery thread material dictates the code rather than the ground fabric.
Top exporters and importers of HS 581092 (the code used for embroidered polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 581092 (the code used for embroidered polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 72% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.0% 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 581092, not only embroidered polyester fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.0B 72% of world exports
- 2 India $80M 5.7% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $45M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $81M 9.0% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$72M 8.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Morocco $58M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $902M 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 embroidered polyester fabric
Brazil classifies embroidered polyester fabric under NCM 5810.92.00: HS 5810.92 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about embroidered polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Embroidered polyester fabric?
The HS code for Embroidered polyester fabric is 581092 (Embroidery; with visible ground, of man-made fibres, in the piece, in strips or in motifs). The specific HS code for embroidered polyester fabric with a visible ground is 5810.92.
How do I classify Embroidered polyester fabric for customs?
Embroidered polyester fabric is classified under HS code 581092 — Embroidery; with visible ground, of man-made fibres, in the piece, in strips or in motifs. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines 'man-made fibers' in this classification?
Man-made fibers include synthetic polymers like polyester and nylon, as well as artificial polymers derived from natural sources, such as viscose rayon or acetate.
Which countries are the top exporters of embroidered polyester fabric (HS 581092)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 581092 (the code used for embroidered polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.0B, 72% of world exports), India ($80M) and Hong Kong ($45M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 polyester fabric (HS 581092)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 581092 (the code used for embroidered polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($81M, 9.0% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $72M) and Morocco ($58M). World imports came to about $902M, 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 polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 581092 for Embroidered polyester 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 polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, embroidered polyester fabric (HS 581092) is classified under NCM 5810.92.00.