Product classification
HS code for Needle punched felt: 5602.10
Felt, needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated.
Classification of needle punched felt under HS 5602.10
Needle punched felt is classified under HS code 560210. This classification is part of Chapter 56, which covers wadding, felt, and nonwovens, along with special yarns and cordage. Heading 5602 specifically addresses felt, whether or not it has been impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated. The subheading 560210 is reserved for needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fiber fabrics. Needle punching is a mechanical manufacturing process where barbed needles are used to entangle textile fibers, creating a dense, non-woven fabric. This process distinguishes it from traditional woven or knitted textiles. The classification applies regardless of the fiber type—whether synthetic, wool, or other animal hair—as long as the resulting material meets the technical definition of felt produced through the needleloom process. This code is essential for identifying industrial and technical textiles used in automotive, filtration, and construction industries.
- Covers
- Needleloom felt in rolls or sheets
- Stitch-bonded fiber fabrics
- Needle-punched synthetic felt
- Impregnated needle-punched felt
- Laminated needleloom fabrics
- Also under 5602.10
- Freudenberg nonwovens (automotive felt)
- Trelleborg industrial felt
- Poly-Fil needle-punched felt
- craft felt by Kunin
Codes often confused with 5602.10
Common mistake. Needle punched felt is frequently confused with nonwovens classified under HS code 5603. While both are non-woven, 5602 is specific to felted structures, whereas 5603 covers other nonwovens like spunbond or meltblown materials. Another common misclassification occurs with HS code 5704, which covers carpets and other textile floor coverings of felt. If the needle-punched felt is intended for use as a floor covering, it must be moved to Chapter 57.
Top exporters and importers of HS 560210 (the code used for needle punched felt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560210 (the code used for needle punched felt) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 8.3% 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 560210, not only needle punched felt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $252M 25% of world exports
- 2 China $171M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $101M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $77M 8.3% of world imports
- 2 United States $72M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $71M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $928M 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 needle punched felt
Brazil classifies needle punched felt under NCM 5602.10.00: HS 5602.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about needle punched felt
What is the HS code for Needle punched felt?
The HS code for Needle punched felt is 560210 (Felt; needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated). The HS code for needle punched felt (needleloom felt) is 560210.
How do I classify Needle punched felt for customs?
Needle punched felt is classified under HS code 560210 — Felt; needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is needle punched felt the same as a nonwoven fabric?
While needle punched felt is a type of nonwoven, it is specifically classified under 5602, whereas other nonwovens are classified under 5603.
Which countries are the top exporters of needle punched felt (HS 560210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560210 (the code used for needle punched felt) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($252M, 25% of world exports), China ($171M) and the United States ($101M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 needle punched felt (HS 560210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 560210 (the code used for needle punched felt) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($77M, 8.3% of world imports), the United States ($72M) and Germany ($71M). World imports came to about $928M, 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 Needle punched felt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 560210 for Needle punched felt 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 needle punched felt in Brazil?
In Brazil, needle punched felt (HS 560210) is classified under NCM 5602.10.00.