Product classification
HS code for Printed synthetic warp knit: 6005.39
Fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed.
Classification of printed synthetic warp knit under HS 6005.39
HS code 6005.39 is reserved for warp knit fabrics made of synthetic fibers that have been printed. Warp knitting is a specific technique where the yarn zigzags along the length of the fabric, rather than following a single row as in weft knitting. This category includes fabrics produced on Raschel or Tricot machines. To be classified under 6005.39, the fabric must be made of synthetic fibers (such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic) and must have a printed design applied to its surface. This heading excludes pile fabrics (60.01) and fabrics containing 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread (60.04). The distinction between warp knit (60.05) and other knit (60.06) is a primary factor in customs classification, requiring technical knowledge of the fabric's construction. Warp knit fabrics are distinguished by their vertical loop structure, which makes them more resistant to runs compared to weft knits. The printing can be done on one or both sides. This code excludes "narrow" fabrics (under 30 cm) which are found in 60.03. It also excludes any fabric that has been impregnated, coated, or laminated, which would move the classification to Chapter 59.
- Covers
- Printed polyester tricot fabric
- Printed raschel lace (not in strips)
- Printed synthetic power net
- Printed athletic mesh (warp knit)
- Printed synthetic tulle (knitted)
- Also under 6005.39
- Printed Lycra swimwear
- Nike Pro printed leggings
- Adidas Stella McCartney collection (printed)
- patterned activewear from Lululemon
- fashion prints from Zara/H&M
Codes often confused with 6005.39
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with 6006.34, which covers weft-knitted printed synthetic fabrics. It is also often confused with 5804.10 for tulle and other net fabrics, but 6005.39 is preferred if the fabric is clearly warp-knitted. If the fabric contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn, it must be classified under 6004.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600539 (the code used for printed synthetic warp knit), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600539 (the code used for printed synthetic warp knit) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 72% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 21% 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 600539, not only printed synthetic warp knit.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $161M 72% of world exports
- 2 Italy $9.1M 4.0% of world exports
- 3 Austria $8.6M 3.8% of world exports
World total: $225M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $49M 21% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$18M 7.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Italy $13M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $235M 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 printed synthetic warp knit
Brazil classifies printed synthetic warp knit under NCM 6005.39.00: HS 6005.39 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about printed synthetic warp knit
What is the HS code for Printed synthetic warp knit?
The HS code for Printed synthetic warp knit is 600539 (Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed). The HS code is 6005.39, covering printed warp-knitted fabrics made of synthetic fibers.
How do I classify Printed synthetic warp knit for customs?
Printed synthetic warp knit is classified under HS code 600539 — Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 6005 and 6006?
Heading 60.05 is specifically for warp-knitted fabrics (like tricot), while 60.06 is for other types of knitted fabrics, primarily weft-knitted (like jersey).
Which countries are the top exporters of printed synthetic warp knit (HS 600539)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600539 (the code used for printed synthetic warp knit) in UN Comtrade data were China ($161M, 72% of world exports), Italy ($9.1M) and Austria ($8.6M). World exports came to about $225M, 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 synthetic warp knit (HS 600539)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600539 (the code used for printed synthetic warp knit) in UN Comtrade data were India ($49M, 21% of world imports), Vietnam (about $18M) and Italy ($13M). World imports came to about $235M, 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 synthetic warp knit the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600539 for Printed synthetic 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 synthetic warp knit in Brazil?
In Brazil, printed synthetic warp knit (HS 600539) is classified under NCM 6005.39.00.