Product classification
HS code for Hand-woven tapestry: 5805.00
Tapestries, hand-woven, (Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais and the like) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g. petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up.
Classification of hand-woven tapestry under HS 5805.00
Hand-woven tapestries are classified under HS code 5805.00. This code is specific to tapestries of the type Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, or Beauvais, as well as needle-worked tapestries like petit point or cross-stitch. These items are classified in Chapter 58, which covers special woven fabrics and tufted textile fabrics. The classification depends heavily on the method of production; the tapestry must be hand-woven or needle-worked. This code covers these items whether they are in the piece, in panels, or made up into finished articles. The distinction is based on the artistic and manual nature of the weaving process, which differentiates these high-value textiles from standard machine-produced upholstery or wall coverings. The classification remains 5805.00 regardless of the fiber used (wool, silk, or cotton), provided the manual craftsmanship criteria are met. These are often considered works of art or high-end interior decor.
- Covers
- Aubusson hand-woven tapestries
- Flanders style tapestries
- Petit point needle-worked tapestries
- Cross-stitch tapestries
- Hand-woven wall hangings
- Needle-worked furniture covers
- Gobelins tapestries
- Beauvais tapestries
- Also under 5805.00
- Bayeux Tapestry replicas
- William Morris & Co. tapestries
- historical European tapestries
- contemporary artisan tapestries
Codes often confused with 5805.00
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification involves machine-made tapestries, which are classified under 6304 (other furnishing articles). If the tapestry is produced on a power loom, it cannot use 5805.00. Another common confusion is with hand-woven rugs or carpets, which fall under Chapter 57 (e.g., 5701 for knotted carpets). The difference is that 5805.00 is for wall hangings or furniture coverings, not floor coverings. Additionally, antique tapestries over 100 years old may be classified under 9706.00 as antiques, though 5805.00 is often still applicable for trade purposes.
Top exporters and importers of HS 580500 (the code used for hand-woven tapestry), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580500 (the code used for hand-woven tapestry) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 20% 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 580500, not only hand-woven tapestry.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $5.1M 25% of world exports
- 2 France $4.3M 21% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $2.5M 13% of world exports
World total: $20M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $7.0M 20% of world imports
- 2 United States $5.2M 15% of world imports
- 3 France $4.2M 12% of world imports
World total: $35M 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 codes for hand-woven tapestry
Brazil splits HS 5805.00 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5805.00.10Cotton hand-woven/needle-worked tapestries
- 5805.00.20Man-made fibre hand-woven/needle-worked tapestries
- 5805.00.90Tapestries of other textile materials
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hand-woven tapestry
What is the HS code for Hand-woven tapestry?
The HS code for Hand-woven tapestry is 580500 (Tapestries; hand-woven, (Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais and the like) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g. petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up). The HS code for hand-woven and needle-worked tapestries is 5805.00.
How do I classify Hand-woven tapestry for customs?
Hand-woven tapestry is classified under HS code 580500 — Tapestries; hand-woven, (Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais and the like) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g. petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are machine-made tapestries included in this code?
No, machine-made tapestries are generally classified under HS code 6304.92 or 6304.93, depending on the material.
Which countries are the top exporters of hand-woven tapestry (HS 580500)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580500 (the code used for hand-woven tapestry) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.1M, 25% of world exports), France ($4.3M) and the United Kingdom ($2.5M). World exports came to about $20M, 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 hand-woven tapestry (HS 580500)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 580500 (the code used for hand-woven tapestry) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($7.0M, 20% of world imports), the United States ($5.2M) and France ($4.2M). World imports came to about $35M, 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 Hand-woven tapestry the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580500 for Hand-woven tapestry 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 hand-woven tapestry in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 580500 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for hand-woven tapestry depends on the product's details: 5805.00.10 (Cotton hand-woven/needle-worked tapestries), 5805.00.20 (Man-made fibre hand-woven/needle-worked tapestries), 5805.00.90 (Tapestries of other textile materials).