Product classification
HS code for Pompons: 5808.90
Ornamental trimmings, tassels, pompons and similar articles, ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted.
Classification of pompons under HS 5808.90
Pompons are classified under HS code 5808.90. This classification is found within Chapter 58, which covers special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, and trimmings. Heading 5808 specifically includes braids in the piece and ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted; it also explicitly lists tassels, pompons, and similar articles. These items are characterized by their decorative nature and are typically used as accessories for clothing, upholstery, or home decor. The classification 5808.90 is a residual category for trimmings and similar articles that are not braids. Pompons are generally made by binding a bundle of yarns or fibers at the center and shearing the ends to create a spherical shape. Under Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles), the material composition—whether wool, cotton, or synthetic fiber—does not usually change the heading for pompons, as they are defined by their form and function as ornamental trimmings.
- Covers
- Yarn pompons for apparel (e.g., for beanies)
- Decorative textile pompons for home furnishings
- Silk or rayon tassels
- Ornamental tufts used as trimmings
- Pompon fringes sold by the meter
- Also under 5808.90
- Curtain fringes
- graduation cap tassels
- cheerleader pompons
- decorative pillow cording
- upholstery gimp
- costume trims
Codes often confused with 5808.90
Common mistake. HS code 6217.10 (Clothing accessories) is sometimes used for pompons already attached to garments, but as individual components, they belong in 5808.90. Another error is 9505.10 (Christmas ornaments), which might be confused if the pompons are specifically marketed as holiday decorations. Plastic pompons for cheerleading are often classified under 3926.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 580890 (the code used for pompons), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580890 (the code used for pompons) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 580890, not only pompons.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $87M 44% of world exports
- 2 France $17M 8.6% of world exports
- 3 Italy $11M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $198M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $26M 14% of world imports
- 2 France $11M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $9.2M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $195M 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 pompons
Brazil classifies pompons under NCM 5808.90.00: HS 5808.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pompons
What is the HS code for Pompons?
The HS code for Pompons is 580890 (Ornamental trimmings; tassels, pompons and similar articles; ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted). The HS code for textile pompons and tassels is 5808.90.
How do I classify Pompons for customs?
Pompons is classified under HS code 580890 — Ornamental trimmings; tassels, pompons and similar articles; ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are pompons on a string classified here?
Yes, pompon trimmings in the piece (on a string or fringe) are classified under 5808.90 as ornamental trimmings.
Which countries are the top exporters of pompons (HS 580890)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580890 (the code used for pompons) in UN Comtrade data were China ($87M, 44% of world exports), France ($17M) and Italy ($11M). World exports came to about $198M, 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 pompons (HS 580890)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 580890 (the code used for pompons) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($26M, 14% of world imports), France ($11M) and Indonesia ($9.2M). World imports came to about $195M, 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 Pompons the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580890 for Pompons 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 pompons in Brazil?
In Brazil, pompons (HS 580890) is classified under NCM 5808.90.00.