Product classification
HS code for Long pile knit fabric: 6001.10
Fabrics, long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted.
Classification of long pile knit fabric under HS 6001.10
Long pile knit fabric is classified under HS code 6001.10. This code is part of Chapter 60, which encompasses knitted or crocheted fabrics. Heading 6001 is dedicated to pile fabrics, including "long pile" fabrics, where the pile is produced by inserting fibers into the knit structure during the manufacturing process. The classification depends on the length of the pile and the method of construction. Unlike standard knitted fabrics, long pile fabrics have a distinct surface of upright fibers that mimic fur or heavy fleece. To qualify for 6001.10, the fabric must be knitted; woven pile fabrics are excluded from this chapter. The technical distinction lies in the "sliver knitting" process often used for these materials, where a base yarn and a fiber sliver are combined. This results in a fabric that is significantly thicker and more textured than standard jersey or rib knits. The classification is based on the physical structure of the pile rather than the fiber type, meaning it applies to long pile fabrics made of polyester, acrylic, or natural fibers, provided they are knitted.
- Covers
- Knitted faux fur fabrics
- High-pile sliver-knit fabrics
- Sherpa-style knitted fleece
- Knitted teddy-bear fabric
- Long-hair knitted plush
- Silver-knit pile fabrics
- Also under 6001.10
- IKEA TEJN Faux Sheepskin
- Pottery Barn Faux Fur Throws
- Steiff Teddy Bear Fabric
- Shag Rug Material
- UGG Boots Lining
Codes often confused with 6001.10
Common mistake. Long pile knit fabric is often confused with HS code 5801, which covers woven pile fabrics and chenille fabrics. The primary difference is the base construction; 6001.10 is strictly for knitted materials. Another common misclassification is HS code 4304, which covers artificial fur. While long pile knit fabric is often used as artificial fur, heading 4304 is generally reserved for materials that are made by sewing or gluing fur-like fibers onto a backing, rather than knitting them into the structure. If the fabric is a standard knit without a distinct long pile, it may be incorrectly placed in 6006, which covers other knitted or crocheted fabrics.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600110 (the code used for long pile knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600110 (the code used for long pile knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 68% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 17% 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 600110, not only long pile knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $300M 68% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $37M 8.3% of world exports
- 3 Italy $28M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $445M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$100M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Mexico $75M 12% of world imports
- 3 Morocco $72M 12% of world imports
World total: $600M 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 long pile knit fabric
Brazil splits HS 6001.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6001.10.10Cotton knitted long pile fabrics
- 6001.10.20Man-made fibre knitted long pile fabrics
- 6001.10.90Knitted long pile fabrics of other textiles
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about long pile knit fabric
What is the HS code for Long pile knit fabric?
The HS code for Long pile knit fabric is 600110 (Fabrics; long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted). The HS code for long pile knit fabric is 6001.10.
How do I classify Long pile knit fabric for customs?
Long pile knit fabric is classified under HS code 600110 — Fabrics; long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include woven velvet or corduroy?
No, woven pile fabrics like velvet and corduroy are classified under heading 5801, not 6001.
Which countries are the top exporters of long pile knit fabric (HS 600110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600110 (the code used for long pile knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($300M, 68% of world exports), South Korea ($37M) and Italy ($28M). World exports came to about $445M, 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 long pile knit fabric (HS 600110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600110 (the code used for long pile knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $100M, 17% of world imports), Mexico ($75M) and Morocco ($72M). World imports came to about $600M, 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 Long pile knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600110 for Long pile knit 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 long pile knit fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 600110 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for long pile knit fabric depends on the product's details: 6001.10.10 (Cotton knitted long pile fabrics), 6001.10.20 (Man-made fibre knitted long pile fabrics), 6001.10.90 (Knitted long pile fabrics of other textiles).