Product classification
HS code for Plush fabric: 6001.10
Fabrics, long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted.
Classification of plush fabric under HS 6001.10
Plush fabrics are classified under Chapter 60 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses knitted or crocheted fabrics. Specifically, heading 6001 is reserved for pile fabrics, including those with a long pile, commonly known as plush. Subheading 6001.10 is the specific designation for these \"long pile\" fabrics. The classification is based on the manufacturing technique—knitting—and the physical characteristic of the pile. Unlike woven pile fabrics, which are found in Chapter 58, these materials are constructed using a series of interlocking loops that incorporate an extra yarn to create the raised surface. The pile in 6001.10 is typically longer and denser than standard velour or terry fabrics. This classification is critical because it distinguishes between decorative upholstery fabrics and those used for apparel, soft toys, or linings. Customs authorities verify the knit base to ensure the product does not belong in the woven categories of Chapter 51, 52, or 55.
- Covers
- Faux fur (knitted variety)
- Long-pile knitted velvet
- Teddy bear fabric (high-pile knit)
- Knitted plush for soft toy manufacturing
- High-pile fleece with a knitted backing
- Also under 6001.10
- IKEA TEJN Faux Sheepskin
- Pottery Barn Faux Fur Throws
- Steiff Teddy Bear Fabric
- Shag Rug Material
- UGG Boots Lining
Codes often confused with 6001.10
Common mistake. Plush fabrics are often misclassified under heading 5801, which covers woven pile fabrics and chenille fabrics. The distinction lies entirely in the base construction; if the fabric is woven, it belongs in 5801, whereas if it is knitted, it belongs in 6001. Another common error is using 6001.21 through 6001.29, which are reserved for \"looped pile\" fabrics like terry toweling, rather than the cut or sheared \"long pile\" of 6001.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600110 (the code used for plush fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600110 (the code used for plush fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 68% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 17% 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 600110, not only plush fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $300M 68% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $37M 8.3% of world exports
- 3 Italy $28M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $445M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$100M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Mexico $75M 12% of world imports
- 3 Morocco $72M 12% of world imports
World total: $600M 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 codes for plush fabric
Brazil splits HS 6001.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6001.10.10Cotton knitted long pile fabrics
- 6001.10.20Man-made fibre knitted long pile fabrics
- 6001.10.90Knitted long pile fabrics of other textiles
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plush fabric
What is the HS code for Plush fabric?
The HS code for Plush fabric is 600110 (Fabrics; long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted). The standard HS code for knitted long-pile plush fabric is 6001.10.
How do I classify Plush fabric for customs?
Plush fabric is classified under HS code 600110 — Fabrics; long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between 6001.10 and 5801?
Check the reverse side of the fabric; if you see a knitted loop structure, it is 6001.10. If you see a traditional warp-and-weft weave, it is 5801.
Which countries are the top exporters of plush fabric (HS 600110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600110 (the code used for plush fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($300M, 68% of world exports), South Korea ($37M) and Italy ($28M). World exports came to about $445M, 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 plush fabric (HS 600110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600110 (the code used for plush fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $100M, 17% of world imports), Mexico ($75M) and Morocco ($72M). World imports came to about $600M, 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 Plush fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600110 for Plush 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 plush fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 600110 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for plush fabric depends on the product's details: 6001.10.10 (Cotton knitted long pile fabrics), 6001.10.20 (Man-made fibre knitted long pile fabrics), 6001.10.90 (Knitted long pile fabrics of other textiles).