Product classification
HS code for Knitted fabric: 6006.90
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04,and other than those made of wool, fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic or artificial fibres.
Classification of knitted fabric under HS 6006.90
HS code 6006.90 is used for the classification of knitted or crocheted fabrics that do not fall under the more specific headings of 60.01 through 60.04. Chapter 60 is dedicated to knitted or crocheted fabrics in general. Heading 6006 covers other knitted or crocheted fabrics. The subheading 6006.90 serves as a residual category for fabrics made from textile materials other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic fibers, or artificial fibers. This typically includes fabrics made from silk, flax, hemp, ramie, or other vegetable textile fibers. To classify a product here, one must first rule out pile fabrics under 6001, long pile fabrics, and those containing 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread under 6002. Furthermore, it must not be a warp knit fabric, which falls under 6005. The classification requires a detailed analysis of the fiber content by weight. If a fabric is a blend, the fiber that predominates by weight determines the classification, unless the General Interpretative Rules suggest otherwise. Consequently, 6006.90 is the appropriate code for plain or patterned knitted fabrics made from specialty natural fibers that are imported or exported in the piece, such as rolls or sheets, rather than as finished garments. It is important to note that this code is for the raw material used in garment manufacturing. The technical specifications of the knit, such as the stitch type and density, do not change the heading, provided the material composition remains within the other category.
- Covers
- Knitted silk fabric in the piece
- Knitted linen (flax) fabric
- Knitted hemp textile fabrics
- Crocheted ramie fabrics
- Knitted vegetable fiber fabrics not elsewhere specified
- Also under 6006.90
- Eileen Fisher (uses linen knits)
- Patagonia (hemp blends)
- Stella McCartney (sustainable blends)
- Loro Piana (luxury blends)
- Mulberry (silk knits)
Codes often confused with 6006.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 6006.21 through 6006.24, which are reserved for cotton knitted fabrics. It is also frequently mixed up with 6006.31 through 6006.34 for synthetic fibers. Another common error is using 6001.99 for these fabrics, which is only for pile fabrics that have a distinct raised surface or loops.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600690 (the code used for knitted fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600690 (the code used for knitted fabric) in UN Comtrade data was Taiwan, with about 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 24% 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 88% of its exports here ($350M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Cambodia 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 88% of its imports here ($360M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 600690, not only knitted fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Taiwan* ~$83M 16% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Türkiye $63M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $61M 12% of world exports
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 88% of its exports here ($350M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $518M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Egypt $224M 24% of world imports
- 2 Sri Lanka $149M 16% of world imports
- 3 Philippines $72M 7.7% of world imports
Cambodia 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 88% of its imports here ($360M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $945M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 knitted fabric
Brazil classifies knitted fabric under NCM 6006.90.00: HS 6006.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about knitted fabric
What is the HS code for Knitted fabric?
The HS code for Knitted fabric is 600690 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04,and other than those made of wool, fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic or artificial fibres). For knitted or crocheted fabrics made of textile materials other than cotton, wool, or man-made fibers, the HS code is 6006.90.
How do I classify Knitted fabric for customs?
Knitted fabric is classified under HS code 600690 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04,and other than those made of wool, fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic or artificial fibres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can finished clothing be classified under 6006.90?
No, 6006.90 is strictly for fabric in the piece. Finished clothing is classified in Chapter 61.
Which countries are the top exporters of knitted fabric (HS 600690)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600690 (the code used for knitted fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Taiwan (about $83M, 16% of world exports), Türkiye ($63M) and China ($61M). World exports came to about $518M, 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 88% of its exports here ($350M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of knitted fabric (HS 600690)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600690 (the code used for knitted fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($224M, 24% of world imports), Sri Lanka ($149M) and the Philippines ($72M). World imports came to about $945M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia 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 88% of its imports here ($360M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Knitted fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600690 for Knitted 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 knitted fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, knitted fabric (HS 600690) is classified under NCM 6006.90.00.