Product classification
HS code for Printed cotton warp knit: 6005.24
Fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, printed.
Classification of printed cotton warp knit under HS 6005.24
Printed cotton warp knit fabric is classified under HS code 6005.24. This classification is specific to the method of textile production known as warp knitting. Unlike weft knitting (where loops are formed horizontally), warp knitting involves loops formed in a vertical or diagonal direction along the length of the fabric. Heading 60.05 covers warp knit fabrics, including those made on galloon knitting machines, but excludes pile fabrics (60.01) and elastomeric fabrics (60.02 to 60.04). The subheading 6005.24 is designated for cotton fabrics that have been printed. This fabric is often more stable and less prone to laddering than weft-knit fabrics, making it suitable for specific industrial and apparel applications where a printed aesthetic is required on a stable knit base.
- Covers
- Printed cotton tricot fabrics
- Printed cotton raschel fabrics
- Printed cotton galloon knits
- Printed cotton Milanese knits
- Printed cotton open-work warp knits
- Also under 6005.24
- H&M printed cotton dresses
- Zara printed tops
- Pottery Barn printed duvet covers
- Carter's baby clothes fabric
- GapKids printed tees
Codes often confused with 6005.24
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 6006.24, which is the code for printed cotton weft-knit fabrics. The technical difference in loop direction is the deciding factor. It is also sometimes confused with 5804.29, which covers mechanically made lace; however, if the product is a standard warp-knit fabric with a print rather than an intricate lace pattern, 6005.24 is correct. If the fabric is dyed a solid color rather than printed, it should be classified under 6005.22.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600524 (the code used for printed cotton warp knit), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600524 (the code used for printed cotton warp knit) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 45% 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 600524, not only printed cotton warp knit.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $748K 32% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $429K 18% of world exports
- 3 France $264K 11% of world exports
World total: $2.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $6.6M 45% of world imports
- 2 Pakistan $2.5M 17% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $963K 6.6% of world imports
World total: $15M 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 printed cotton warp knit
Brazil classifies printed cotton warp knit under NCM 6005.24.00: HS 6005.24 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about printed cotton warp knit
What is the HS code for Printed cotton warp knit?
The HS code for Printed cotton warp knit is 600524 (Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, printed). The correct HS code is 6005.24, which covers warp-knitted cotton fabrics that have been printed with a design.
How do I classify Printed cotton warp knit for customs?
Printed cotton warp knit is classified under HS code 600524 — Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, printed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How can I tell if a fabric is warp knit or weft knit?
Warp knit fabrics (6005) generally do not unravel easily and have loops running vertically. Weft knit fabrics (6006) are more common in t-shirts, have horizontal loops, and can be unraveled from the edge.
Which countries are the top exporters of printed cotton warp knit (HS 600524)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600524 (the code used for printed cotton warp knit) in UN Comtrade data were China ($748K, 32% of world exports), Türkiye ($429K) and France ($264K). World exports came to about $2.3M, 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 printed cotton warp knit (HS 600524)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600524 (the code used for printed cotton warp knit) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($6.6M, 45% of world imports), Pakistan ($2.5M) and the Netherlands ($963K). World imports came to about $15M, 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 Printed cotton warp knit the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600524 for Printed cotton warp 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 printed cotton warp knit in Brazil?
In Brazil, printed cotton warp knit (HS 600524) is classified under NCM 6005.24.00.