Product classification
HS code for Patterned rayon knit: 6005.43
Fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours.
Classification of patterned rayon knit under HS 6005.43
Patterned rayon knit fabric is classified under HS code 6005.43. This classification is determined by three criteria: the knitting technique, the fiber type, and the coloring method. The fabric must be a warp knit, which is a construction where the yarns run lengthwise through the fabric, commonly produced on Raschel or Tricot machines. This distinguishes it from the more common weft-knitted fabrics found in heading 6006. The material must be artificial fibers, which in the context of the HS code includes regenerated cellulose fibers like rayon, viscose, modal, or lyocell. These are distinct from synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon found in 6005.38. The \"patterned\" aspect is captured by the \"yarns of different colours\" designation. This means the fabric's design is created by using yarns of various colors during the knitting process, rather than printing a design onto a finished fabric. This results in a pattern that is visible on both sides and is structurally part of the knit, ensuring the classification falls under the specific subheading for artificial warp knits.
- Covers
- Viscose warp knit with knitted-in stripes
- Rayon tricot fabric of different colored yarns
- Modal raschel knit with jacquard patterns
- Patterned artificial fiber warp knit textiles
- Lyocell galloon knitted fabrics
- Also under 6005.43
- Lenzing Modal heathered fabric
- patterned viscose fashion fabric
- Bemberg jacquard lining
- Tencel melange fabric
- striped rayon knit from Ecovero
Codes often confused with 6005.43
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is using 6005.38, which is for synthetic fibers. While rayon and polyester are both man-made, the HS system distinguishes between synthetic (petroleum-based) and artificial (cellulose-based) fibers. Another error is using 6005.44, which is for printed artificial warp knits. If the pattern is printed on the surface, 6005.44 is correct; if the pattern is knitted in using colored yarns, 6005.43 is required. Additionally, weft-knitted rayon fabrics are often incorrectly placed here but should be under 6006.43. Finally, if the fabric contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn and weighs more than 300g/m2, it might be classified under heading 6004.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600543 (the code used for patterned rayon knit), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600543 (the code used for patterned rayon knit) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, 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 600543, not only patterned rayon knit.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $557K 20% of world exports
- 2 Australia $519K 19% of world exports
- 3 Poland $429K 16% of world exports
World total: $2.8M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $674K 20% of world imports
- 2 Pakistan $473K 14% of world imports
- 3 New Zealand $435K 13% of world imports
World total: $3.4M 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 patterned rayon knit
Brazil classifies patterned rayon knit under NCM 6005.43.00: HS 6005.43 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about patterned rayon knit
What is the HS code for Patterned rayon knit?
The HS code for Patterned rayon knit is 600543 (Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours). The specific HS code is 6005.43 for warp-knitted fabrics of artificial fibers made of yarns of different colors.
How do I classify Patterned rayon knit for customs?
Patterned rayon knit is classified under HS code 600543 — Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), 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.
Does this code include viscose and modal?
Yes, both viscose and modal are considered artificial fibers under the Harmonized System and fall under this code if they are warp-knitted and patterned with colored yarns.
Which countries are the top exporters of patterned rayon knit (HS 600543)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600543 (the code used for patterned rayon knit) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($557K, 20% of world exports), Australia ($519K) and Poland ($429K). World exports came to about $2.8M, 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 patterned rayon knit (HS 600543)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600543 (the code used for patterned rayon knit) in UN Comtrade data were India ($674K, 20% of world imports), Pakistan ($473K) and New Zealand ($435K). World imports came to about $3.4M, 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 Patterned rayon knit the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600543 for Patterned rayon knit 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 patterned rayon knit in Brazil?
In Brazil, patterned rayon knit (HS 600543) is classified under NCM 6005.43.00.