Product classification
HS code for Painted canvas: 5907.00
Textile fabrics, otherwise impregnated, coated or covered, painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like.
Classification of painted canvas under HS 5907.00
Painted canvas is classified under HS code 5907.00, which covers textile fabrics that have been otherwise impregnated, coated, or covered. This specific heading is unique because it explicitly mentions painted canvas used for theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths, or similar applications. The classification logic follows the principle that the textile base has been modified by a coating (paint) to serve a specific functional or decorative purpose in a professional setting. Unlike standard dyed fabrics, the application of paint on these canvases creates a surface that is no longer just a textile but a specialized tool for the arts and entertainment industry. The Harmonized System distinguishes these from fine art paintings because they are generally produced for functional use in sets or studios rather than as individual works of art. The material must remain primarily a textile fabric to stay within Chapter 59; if the painting is the primary value and it is a unique work of art, the classification would shift to Chapter 97.
- Covers
- Theatrical backdrops and scenery
- Photographic studio back-cloths
- Painted cinema sets
- Coated textile fabrics for stage decoration
- Hand-painted scenic canvases for events
- Also under 5907.00
- Rosco Flame Retardant Fabrics
- Sunbrella Marine Canvas
- Ferrari Textiles (Stamoid)
- Dazian Stage Fabrics
- Serge Ferrari Soltis
Codes often confused with 5907.00
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 9701.10, which covers paintings, drawings, and pastels executed entirely by hand. While theatrical scenery is hand-painted, it is excluded from 9701 if it is considered a functional scenic item. Another common error is HS code 5901.90, which is for prepared (primed) but unpainted painting canvas intended for artists to use.
Top exporters and importers of HS 590700 (the code used for painted canvas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 590700 (the code used for painted canvas) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 590700, not only painted canvas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $402M 45% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $86M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $55M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $887M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $97M 12% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $51M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$44M 5.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $807M 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 painted canvas
Brazil classifies painted canvas under NCM 5907.00.00: HS 5907.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about painted canvas
What is the HS code for Painted canvas?
The HS code for Painted canvas is 590700 (Textile fabrics; otherwise impregnated, coated or covered, painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like). The HS code for painted canvas used as theatrical scenery or studio back-cloths is 5907.00.
How do I classify Painted canvas for customs?
Painted canvas is classified under HS code 590700 — Textile fabrics; otherwise impregnated, coated or covered, painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a hand-painted portrait on canvas classified here?
No, a hand-painted portrait intended as a work of art is classified under HS code 9701.10. Code 5907.00 is specifically for functional scenic or studio backgrounds.
Which countries are the top exporters of painted canvas (HS 590700)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 590700 (the code used for painted canvas) in UN Comtrade data were China ($402M, 45% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($86M) and South Korea ($55M). World exports came to about $887M, 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 painted canvas (HS 590700)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 590700 (the code used for painted canvas) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($97M, 12% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($51M) and Vietnam (about $44M). World imports came to about $807M, 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 Painted canvas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 590700 for Painted canvas 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 painted canvas in Brazil?
In Brazil, painted canvas (HS 590700) is classified under NCM 5907.00.00.