Product classification
HS code for Impregnated textile fabric: 5907.00
Textile fabrics, otherwise impregnated, coated or covered, painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like.
Classification of impregnated textile fabric under HS 5907.00
Textile fabrics that are otherwise impregnated, coated, or covered are classified under HS code 590700. This code is part of Chapter 59, which deals with impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated textile fabrics. Heading 5907 specifically excludes fabrics that are impregnated with plastics (heading 5903) or rubber (heading 5906). Therefore, 590700 is reserved for fabrics treated with other substances, such as oil, wax, tar, or paint. This includes items like oiled silk, buckram, and painted canvas used for theatrical scenery or studio back-cloths. The classification is based on the textile base being the predominant component, while the coating or impregnation provides specific functional properties like waterproofing, stiffness, or flame retardancy without using the synthetic materials specified in the preceding headings of the chapter. The fabric must remain a textile product in character; if the coating is so thick that it obscures the textile grain entirely and consists of plastic, it must be moved to Chapter 39.
- Covers
- Oiled silk and oilcloth
- Painted canvas for theatrical scenery
- Studio back-cloths
- Buckram and similar stiffened fabrics for clothing
- Fabrics coated with wax for food wraps
- Tar-coated textile fabrics
- Also under 5907.00
- Rosco Flame Retardant Fabrics
- Sunbrella Marine Canvas
- Ferrari Textiles (Stamoid)
- Dazian Stage Fabrics
- Serge Ferrari Soltis
Codes often confused with 5907.00
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 5903, which covers fabrics impregnated with plastics (like PVC or Polyurethane). Because plastic coatings are extremely common, 5903 is often used incorrectly for oil or wax-treated fabrics. Another common error is using HS code 5906, which is strictly for rubberized textile fabrics. Additionally, if the fabric is impregnated with a substance intended solely to color it, it is classified as a dyed fabric in Chapters 50 through 55, rather than an impregnated fabric in 590700. Finally, specialized fabrics like tire cord fabric (5902) or textile hosepiping (5909) have their own specific codes and should not be placed here.
Top exporters and importers of HS 590700 (the code used for impregnated textile fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 590700 (the code used for impregnated textile fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 590700, not only impregnated textile fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $402M 45% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $86M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $55M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $887M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $97M 12% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $51M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$44M 5.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $807M 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 impregnated textile fabric
Brazil classifies impregnated textile fabric under NCM 5907.00.00: HS 5907.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about impregnated textile fabric
What is the HS code for Impregnated textile fabric?
The HS code for Impregnated textile fabric is 590700 (Textile fabrics; otherwise impregnated, coated or covered, painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like). The HS code for textile fabrics otherwise impregnated, coated, or covered (excluding plastic or rubber) is 590700.
How do I classify Impregnated textile fabric for customs?
Impregnated textile fabric is classified under HS code 590700 — Textile fabrics; otherwise impregnated, coated or covered, painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are theatrical backdrops included here?
Yes, painted canvas used for theatrical scenery and studio back-cloths is specifically mentioned in the description for HS code 590700.
Which countries are the top exporters of impregnated textile fabric (HS 590700)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 590700 (the code used for impregnated textile fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($402M, 45% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($86M) and South Korea ($55M). World exports came to about $887M, 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 impregnated textile fabric (HS 590700)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 590700 (the code used for impregnated textile fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($97M, 12% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($51M) and Vietnam (about $44M). World imports came to about $807M, 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 Impregnated textile fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 590700 for Impregnated textile 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 impregnated textile fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, impregnated textile fabric (HS 590700) is classified under NCM 5907.00.00.