Product classification
HS code for Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric: 6006.43
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours.
Classification of multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric under HS 6006.43
The classification of multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric under HS code 6006.43 is determined by the material composition and the specific method of color application. According to the Harmonized System's General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on their constituent materials and their state at the time of import. Heading 6006 covers "other" knitted or crocheted fabrics that do not fall under headings 60.01 through 60.04, which are reserved for pile fabrics, bolducs, and fabrics with high elastomeric content. The term "artificial fibers" refers specifically to regenerated fibers such as viscose rayon, acetate, or modal, which are derived from natural polymers. The sub-heading 6006.43 is designated for fabrics made of "yarns of different colors." This technical term implies that the fabric's pattern or color variation is achieved by knitting together yarns that were dyed prior to the construction process. This includes complex jacquard patterns, stripes, and heathered effects where the visual diversity is inherent to the knit structure itself, rather than being applied to the surface of a finished fabric.
- Covers
- Viscose rayon jacquard knit fabrics
- Acetate striped jersey knits
- Multi-colored modal rib-knit fabrics
- Regenerated cellulose fabrics with yarn-dyed patterns
- Triacetate knits featuring multi-color yarn designs
- Also under 6006.43
- Lenzing Ecovero melange knit
- Birla Liva striped knit
- Zara (using patterned knits)
- Nike (for activewear)
- Adidas (for activewear)
Codes often confused with 6006.43
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 6006.33, which covers synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon. While both are man-made, artificial fibers are regenerated from natural sources, whereas synthetic fibers are purely chemical polymers. Another common error is misclassifying these as 6006.42 (dyed) or 6006.44 (printed). Code 6006.43 is strictly for yarn-dyed multi-color constructions. If the fabric contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn, it must be moved to heading 60.04.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600643 (the code used for multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600643 (the code used for multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 61% 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 600643, not only multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $25M 52% of world exports
- 2 Italy $7.5M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $3.9M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $48M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $74M 61% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $7.3M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$5.7M 4.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $122M 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 multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric
Brazil classifies multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric under NCM 6006.43.00: HS 6006.43 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric
What is the HS code for Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric?
The HS code for Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric is 600643 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours). The correct HS code is 6006.43, which specifies knitted or crocheted fabrics of artificial fibers made from yarns of different colors.
How do I classify Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric for customs?
Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric is classified under HS code 600643 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do artificial fibers differ from synthetic fibers in HS classification?
Artificial fibers (Chapter 54/55) are regenerated from organic materials like wood pulp (e.g., rayon), while synthetic fibers are synthesized from petroleum-based polymers (e.g., polyester).
Which countries are the top exporters of multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600643)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600643 (the code used for multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($25M, 52% of world exports), Italy ($7.5M) and Germany ($3.9M). World exports came to about $48M, 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 multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600643)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600643 (the code used for multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were India ($74M, 61% of world imports), Indonesia ($7.3M) and Vietnam (about $5.7M). World imports came to about $122M, 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 Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600643 for Multi-color artificial fiber 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 multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600643) is classified under NCM 6006.43.00.