Product classification

HS code for Laminated fabric: 5903.90

Textile fabrics, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902).

Classification of laminated fabric under HS 5903.90

Laminated fabric is classified under HS code 5903.90 when it consists of textile fabrics that have been impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics other than polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polyurethane (PU). This code serves as a residual category for technical textiles combined with various plastic polymers like polyethylene, polypropylene, or specialized membranes. The classification depends on the plastic layer being visible to the naked eye (otherwise than by a change of color) and the textile providing the base structure. It is a critical code for manufacturers of outdoor gear, industrial covers, and protective clothing. The fabric must be a woven, knitted, or crocheted textile to fall under this heading; non-wovens are classified elsewhere in Chapter 56.

Covers
  • Polyester fabric laminated with a polyethylene film
  • Nylon fabric with a breathable ePTFE membrane (non-PU)
  • Woven textile laminated with polypropylene for heavy-duty tarpaulins
  • Textile fabrics coated with acrylic polymers
Also under 5903.90
  • Tyvek (DuPont, protective material)
  • Sunbrella (Glen Raven, acrylic outdoor fabric)
  • PTFE-coated fiberglass (for architectural membranes)
  • HDPE-laminated fabrics (for packaging)
  • UHMWPE-coated fabrics (for abrasion resistance)

Codes often confused with 5903.90

Common mistake. The most frequent misclassifications occur with HS codes 5903.10 (PVC laminated) and 5903.20 (PU laminated). If the plastic layer is not visible to the naked eye, the fabric may be classified under its original textile heading in Chapters 50-55. Furthermore, if the plastic layer exceeds 50% of the total thickness and the textile is merely a reinforcement, it may be classified in Chapter 39.

5903.10Textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride)5903.20Textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with polyurethane

Top exporters and importers of HS 590390 (the code used for laminated fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 590390 (the code used for laminated fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 11% 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 590390, not only laminated fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $1.5B
  2. 2 Germany $613M
  3. 3 United States $371M

World total: $4.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$536M
  2. 2 United States $445M
  3. 3 Mexico $370M

World total: $4.7B 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 laminated fabric

Brazil splits HS 5903.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

  • 5903.90.10Resin-coated polyester sandpaper backing, in rolls
  • 5903.90.90Other plastic-impregnated/coated/laminated fabric

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

Questions about laminated fabric

What is the HS code for Laminated fabric?

The HS code for Laminated fabric is 590390 (Textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902)). Laminated textile fabrics using plastics other than PVC or PU are classified under HS code 5903.90.

How do I classify Laminated fabric for customs?

Laminated fabric is classified under HS code 590390 — Textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include fabrics coated with rubber?

No, rubberized textile fabrics are generally classified under heading 5906 rather than 5903.

Which countries are the top exporters of laminated fabric (HS 590390)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 590390 (the code used for laminated fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.5B, 33% of world exports), Germany ($613M) and the United States ($371M). World exports came to about $4.6B, 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 laminated fabric (HS 590390)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 590390 (the code used for laminated fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $536M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($445M) and Mexico ($370M). World imports came to about $4.7B, 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 Laminated fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 590390 for Laminated 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 laminated fabric in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 590390 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for laminated fabric depends on the product's details: 5903.90.10 (Resin-coated polyester sandpaper backing, in rolls), 5903.90.90 (Other plastic-impregnated/coated/laminated fabric).