Product classification
HS code for Polyester tricot fabric: 6005.36
Fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached.
Classification of polyester tricot fabric under HS 6005.36
Polyester tricot fabric is classified under HS code 6005.36 because it is a warp-knit textile made from synthetic fibers. According to the General Interpretative Rules (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, Heading 60.05 specifically covers warp-knitted fabrics, including those produced on Raschel or galloon knitting machines, which are distinct from weft-knitted fabrics found in heading 60.06. The subheading 6005.36 is designated for fabrics of synthetic fibers that are either bleached or unbleached. The classification is determined by the specific knitting technique where the loops are formed in a longitudinal direction along the length of the fabric, a characteristic of tricot. Furthermore, the material composition must be predominantly polyester (a synthetic fiber) to satisfy the requirements of this specific code. This classification excludes fabrics that have been dyed or printed, as those are categorized under different subheadings within the same 6005 group.
- Covers
- Unbleached polyester tricot fabric
- Bleached polyester warp-knit mesh
- White polyester Raschel knit fabric
- Raw polyester galloon knit textiles
- Semi-finished warp-knit synthetic linings
- Also under 6005.36
- Generic polyester tricot
- unbleached nylon power mesh
- basic athletic jersey fabric
- raw swimwear fabric from Carvico
- lining material for jackets
Codes often confused with 6005.36
Common mistake. This product is frequently misclassified under HS code 6006.31, which covers other knitted or crocheted fabrics of synthetic fibers. The primary distinction lies in the knitting method; 6006 is reserved for weft-knit fabrics, whereas 6005 is strictly for warp-knit. Additionally, it is often confused with HS code 5407, which pertains to woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. Customs officials distinguish these by examining the loop structure; if the fabric is formed by interlacing yarns at right angles, it is woven (5407), but if it consists of intermeshing loops, it belongs in Chapter 60. Another common error is using 6001.92, which is for pile fabrics; tricot must lack the distinct raised pile surface to remain in 6005.36.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600536 (the code used for polyester tricot fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600536 (the code used for polyester tricot fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world imports. Vietnam 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 33% of its imports here ($25M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 600536, not only polyester tricot fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $160M 25% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $82M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $74M 12% of world exports
World total: $638M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $86M 13% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$79M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $55M 8.4% of world imports
Vietnam 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 33% of its imports here ($25M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $652M 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 polyester tricot fabric
Brazil classifies polyester tricot fabric under NCM 6005.36.00: HS 6005.36 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polyester tricot fabric
What is the HS code for Polyester tricot fabric?
The HS code for Polyester tricot fabric is 600536 (Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached). The HS code for bleached or unbleached polyester tricot fabric is 6005.36. If the fabric is dyed, the code changes to 6005.37.
How do I classify Polyester tricot fabric for customs?
Polyester tricot fabric is classified under HS code 600536 — Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between warp-knit and weft-knit for classification?
Warp-knit fabrics like tricot are produced with yarns running lengthwise and are generally more stable and run-resistant. Weft-knit fabrics (6006) are produced with a single yarn traveling crosswise and are more common in t-shirts and sweaters.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester tricot fabric (HS 600536)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600536 (the code used for polyester tricot fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($160M, 25% of world exports), South Korea ($82M) and Germany ($74M). World exports came to about $638M, 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 polyester tricot fabric (HS 600536)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600536 (the code used for polyester tricot fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($86M, 13% of world imports), Vietnam (about $79M) and India ($55M). World imports came to about $652M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam 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 33% of its imports here ($25M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Polyester tricot fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600536 for Polyester tricot 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 polyester tricot fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, polyester tricot fabric (HS 600536) is classified under NCM 6005.36.00.