Product classification
HS code for Mixed fiber wadding: 5601.29
Wadding, other articles thereof, other than of cotton or man-made fibres.
Classification of mixed fiber wadding under HS 5601.29
Mixed fiber wadding is classified under HS code 5601.29. Wadding consists of a loose web of fibers that have been carded or air-laid and then compressed or lightly bonded to form a sheet or layer used for padding, stuffing, or insulation. Heading 5601 covers wadding and articles thereof. The subheadings are determined by the material composition: 5601.21 is for cotton and 5601.22 is for man-made fibers. HS code 5601.29 is the residual category for wadding made from "other" materials. This includes wadding made from natural fibers such as wool, animal hair, silk, or mixtures where no single fiber type (like cotton or synthetic) predominates according to the General Rules of Interpretation. The classification is based on the textile's physical form—being a non-woven, bulky material—and its fiber content. This material is widely used in the garment industry for lining and in the upholstery industry for cushioning.
- Covers
- Wool fiber wadding
- Silk fiber padding
- Animal hair wadding for upholstery
- Blended natural fiber wadding (non-cotton/non-synthetic)
- Wadding sheets for garment insulation
- Also under 5601.29
- Holy Lamb Organics wool batting
- Mulberry silk floss
- Patagonia recycled fiber insulation
- Coyuchi organic kapok pillow fill
Codes often confused with 5601.29
Common mistake. Mixed fiber wadding is often misclassified under 5601.21 if it contains cotton, or 5601.22 if it contains polyester or other synthetic fibers. The "Rule of Precedence" in textile classification requires that if a mixture contains man-made fibers, it often defaults to 5601.22 unless the other fibers predominate by weight. Another common error is confusing wadding with non-wovens of heading 5603. While both are non-woven, wadding (5601) is characterized by its bulk and use as a filler, whereas non-wovens (5603) are generally flatter and more structurally sound. Sanitary articles made of wadding are also excluded and moved to 9619.
Top exporters and importers of HS 560129 (the code used for mixed fiber wadding), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560129 (the code used for mixed fiber wadding) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, 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 560129, not only mixed fiber wadding.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $7.1M 17% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $6.9M 16% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $5.0M 12% of world exports
World total: $43M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Myanmar $15M 20% of world imports
- 2 Poland $7.5M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $3.9M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $78M 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 code for mixed fiber wadding
Brazil classifies mixed fiber wadding under NCM 5601.29.00: HS 5601.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mixed fiber wadding
What is the HS code for Mixed fiber wadding?
The HS code for Mixed fiber wadding is 560129 (Wadding; other articles thereof, other than of cotton or man-made fibres). The HS code for wadding made of fibers other than cotton or man-made fibers is 5601.29.
How do I classify Mixed fiber wadding for customs?
Mixed fiber wadding is classified under HS code 560129 — Wadding; other articles thereof, other than of cotton or man-made fibres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include polyester padding?
No, polyester or other synthetic fiber wadding is classified under HS code 5601.22.
Which countries are the top exporters of mixed fiber wadding (HS 560129)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560129 (the code used for mixed fiber wadding) in UN Comtrade data were China ($7.1M, 17% of world exports), South Africa ($6.9M) and Singapore ($5.0M). World exports came to about $43M, 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 mixed fiber wadding (HS 560129)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 560129 (the code used for mixed fiber wadding) in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($15M, 20% of world imports), Poland ($7.5M) and Singapore ($3.9M). World imports came to about $78M, 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 Mixed fiber wadding the same in all countries?
The base HS code 560129 for Mixed fiber wadding 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 mixed fiber wadding in Brazil?
In Brazil, mixed fiber wadding (HS 560129) is classified under NCM 5601.29.00.