Product classification

HS code for Fiberfill: 5601.22

Wadding, other articles thereof, of man-made fibres.

Classification of fiberfill under HS 5601.22

Fiberfill is classified under HS code 5601.22. This classification is governed by the provisions of Chapter 56, which covers wadding, felt, and nonwovens. Heading 5601 specifically includes wadding of textile materials and articles thereof. Fiberfill is essentially wadding made from man-made fibers, such as polyester or nylon, which has been processed to create loft and volume for use as stuffing or insulation. Subheading 5601.22 is the specific designation for wadding of man-made fibers. The material is characterized by its loose, fibrous structure where the fibers are entangled or lightly bonded to form a soft mass. This differs from staple fibers in Chapter 55, which have not yet been processed into wadding form. The classification process involves identifying the fiber type (synthetic or artificial) and the state of the material (wadding). Fiberfill is widely used in the textile and furniture industries for filling pillows, comforters, and upholstered furniture. It provides thermal insulation and cushioning. Under the HS system, the transition from raw fiber to wadding is a significant manufacturing step that moves the product from Chapter 55 to Heading 5601. The specific use of the term wadding in the heading text is the primary justification for this classification, as fiberfill meets all the physical characteristics of textile wadding. Additionally, if the fiberfill is presented as a finished article (like a pillow), it would move to Chapter 94, but as a bulk material or simple rolls of batting, it remains in 5601.22. The material may be treated with chemicals for flame retardancy or anti-microbial properties, but as long as it retains its character as wadding, the classification remains unchanged.

Covers
  • Polyester fiberfill batting
  • Synthetic wadding for upholstery
  • Pillow stuffing (bulk man-made fibers)
  • Quilt filling material
  • Insulation wadding of man-made fibers
Also under 5601.22
  • Thinsulate insulation (3M)
  • Primaloft synthetic down
  • Poly-Fil polyester fiberfill
  • IKEA polyester quilt batting

Codes often confused with 5601.22

Common mistake. Fiberfill is often misclassified under heading 5503, which covers synthetic staple fibers. However, 5503 is for raw fibers that have not been carded or combed into wadding. It may also be confused with nonwovens in heading 5603, but wadding (5601) is generally loftier and less consolidated than nonwoven fabrics.

55.03Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning56.03Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated56.01Wadding of textile materials and articles thereof; textile fibres, not exceeding 5 mm in length (flock), textile dust and mill neps

Top exporters and importers of HS 560122 (the code used for fiberfill), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560122 (the code used for fiberfill) in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 5.3% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 3.1% of its imports here ($2.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 560122, not only fiberfill.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 South Korea $191M
  2. 2 China $156M
  3. 3 Lithuania $145M

World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Türkiye $74M
  2. 2 Indonesia $69M
  3. 3 Russia* ~$64M

Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 3.1% of its imports here ($2.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

World total: $1.4B 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 codes for fiberfill

Brazil splits HS 5601.22 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

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

Questions about fiberfill

What is the HS code for Fiberfill?

The HS code for Fiberfill is 560122 (Wadding; other articles thereof, of man-made fibres). The HS code for fiberfill made of man-made fibers is 5601.22.

How do I classify Fiberfill for customs?

Fiberfill is classified under HS code 560122 — Wadding; other articles thereof, of man-made fibres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is fiberfill the same as polyester staple fiber?

No, polyester staple fiber is raw material (5503), while fiberfill is the processed wadding (5601.22) ready for use as stuffing.

Which countries are the top exporters of fiberfill (HS 560122)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560122 (the code used for fiberfill) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($191M, 13% of world exports), China ($156M) and Lithuania ($145M). 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 fiberfill (HS 560122)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 560122 (the code used for fiberfill) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($74M, 5.3% of world imports), Indonesia ($69M) and Russia (about $64M). World imports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 3.1% of its imports here ($2.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Is the HS code for Fiberfill the same in all countries?

The base HS code 560122 for Fiberfill 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 fiberfill in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 560122 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for fiberfill depends on the product's details: 5601.22.11 (Aramid wadding), 5601.22.19 (Other man-made fibre wadding), 5601.22.91 (Man-made wadding cylinders for cigarette filters), 5601.22.99 (Other articles of man-made fibre wadding).