Product classification
HS code for Narrow synthetic knit fabric: 6003.30
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of synthetic fibres.
Classification of narrow synthetic knit fabric under HS 6003.30
Narrow synthetic knit fabrics are classified under HS code 6003.30. Chapter 60 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to knitted or crocheted fabrics. Heading 6003 specifically covers fabrics with a width not exceeding 30 cm, other than those classified in heading 60.01 (pile fabrics) or 60.02 (fabrics containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread). Subheading 6003.30 is designated for these narrow fabrics when they are composed of synthetic fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. The classification process involves first determining the manufacturing method (knitting), then the width (under 30 cm), and finally the fiber content. It is important to distinguish these from woven narrow fabrics, which are found in Chapter 58. The absence of significant elastomeric content is a key factor in selecting 6003 over 6002. These fabrics are commonly used for technical applications, medical bandages, and decorative apparel components where the stretch and flexibility of a knit are required in a narrow format.
- Covers
- Knitted polyester ribbons under 30 cm
- Narrow nylon knit strips
- Synthetic crochet lace in narrow widths
- Knitted acrylic tapes
- Warp-knit synthetic fabrics under 30 cm
- Circular knit synthetic tubes in narrow diameters
- Also under 6003.30
- Nike (for athletic apparel trims)
- Under Armour (for performance wear components)
- Victoria's Secret (for lingerie elastic)
- YKK (for zipper tapes with synthetic knit)
- 3M (for specialized narrow synthetic fabrics)
Codes often confused with 6003.30
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 6002.40 or 6002.90 if the fabric contains 5% or more of elastomeric yarn. It is also frequently misclassified under 5806.32 if the fabric is woven rather than knitted. Furthermore, if the fabric has a pile surface (like a knitted velvet), it must be classified under 6001.92 instead of 6003.30. Importers must verify the exact width, as any fabric over 30 cm moves to headings 6004, 6005, or 6006.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600330 (the code used for narrow synthetic knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600330 (the code used for narrow synthetic knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 19% of world imports. Taiwan 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 83% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 600330, not only narrow synthetic knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $75M 36% of world exports
- 2 China $52M 25% of world exports
- 3 United States $15M 7.4% of world exports
Taiwan 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 83% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $208M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $37M 19% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$24M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $23M 12% of world imports
World total: $197M 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 narrow synthetic knit fabric
Brazil classifies narrow synthetic knit fabric under NCM 6003.30.00: HS 6003.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about narrow synthetic knit fabric
What is the HS code for Narrow synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for Narrow synthetic knit fabric is 600330 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of synthetic fibres). The HS code for knitted or crocheted fabrics of synthetic fibers with a width not exceeding 30 cm is 6003.30.
How do I classify Narrow synthetic knit fabric for customs?
Narrow synthetic knit fabric is classified under HS code 600330 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of heading 60.01 and 60.02, of a width not exceeding 30 cm, of synthetic fibres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between 6003.30 and 5806.32?
The distinction is based on construction: 6003.30 is for knitted or crocheted fabrics, while 5806.32 is for woven fabrics.
Which countries are the top exporters of narrow synthetic knit fabric (HS 600330)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600330 (the code used for narrow synthetic knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($75M, 36% of world exports), China ($52M) and the United States ($15M). World exports came to about $208M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan 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 83% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of narrow synthetic knit fabric (HS 600330)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600330 (the code used for narrow synthetic knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($37M, 19% of world imports), Vietnam (about $24M) and the United States ($23M). World imports came to about $197M, 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 Narrow synthetic knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600330 for Narrow synthetic 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 narrow synthetic knit fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, narrow synthetic knit fabric (HS 600330) is classified under NCM 6003.30.00.