Product classification
HS code for Shawl: 6214.90
Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like, of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6214 (not knitted or crocheted).
Classification of shawl under HS 6214.90
Shawls are classified under HS code 6214.90 when they are made of textile materials not specifically mentioned in other subheadings of 6214 and are not knitted or crocheted. Chapter 62 covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are woven. Heading 6214 specifically addresses shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils, and similar items. The classification is determined by the construction of the fabric and the material composition. Subheading 6214.90 acts as a residual category for items made from materials like synthetic fibers, cotton, or blends that do not qualify as silk, wool, or fine animal hair. To be classified here, the item must be a finished accessory intended to be worn around the shoulders or neck. The distinction between woven and knitted is critical; woven items are made on a loom with interlacing warp and weft threads, whereas knitted items are formed by interlocking loops. This code is essential for determining the correct duty rates, which often vary significantly based on the fiber content and the country of origin.
- Covers
- Woven cotton shawls
- Synthetic fiber scarves (non-knitted)
- Polyester mufflers
- Woven textile veils
- Mantillas made of woven lace or fabric
- Blended fiber neck wraps
- Also under 6214.90
- Eileen Fisher linen scarves
- Patagonia hemp blend wraps
- Muji linen stoles
- The Citizenry linen scarves
- Ten Thousand Villages artisan scarves
Codes often confused with 6214.90
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6117.10, which covers shawls and scarves that are knitted or crocheted. Importers often fail to distinguish the fabric construction. Additionally, shawls made of silk are classified under 6214.10, and those made of wool or fine animal hair fall under 6214.20. Using 6214.90 for a wool shawl would be an error. Furthermore, if the item is a simple square of fabric not hemmed or finished as an accessory, it might be classified as piece goods in Chapter 52 or 54.
Top exporters and importers of HS 621490 (the code used for shawl), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 621490 (the code used for shawl) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 13% 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 621490, not only shawl.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $121M 32% of world exports
- 2 India $120M 31% of world exports
- 3 Italy $26M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $383M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$39M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 France $29M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $18M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $311M 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 shawl
Brazil splits HS 6214.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6214.90.10Cotton shawls and scarves, not knitted
- 6214.90.90Shawls and scarves of other textiles, not knitted
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about shawl
What is the HS code for Shawl?
The HS code for Shawl is 621490 (Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like; of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6214 (not knitted or crocheted)). The HS code for a woven shawl made of miscellaneous textile materials (like cotton or synthetics) is 6214.90.
How do I classify Shawl for customs?
Shawl is classified under HS code 621490 — Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like; of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6214 (not knitted or crocheted). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between a shawl in Chapter 61 and Chapter 62?
Chapter 61 is strictly for knitted or crocheted items, while Chapter 62 is for woven items. Check the fabric structure to decide between 6117 and 6214.
Which countries are the top exporters of shawl (HS 621490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 621490 (the code used for shawl) in UN Comtrade data were China ($121M, 32% of world exports), India ($120M) and Italy ($26M). World exports came to about $383M, 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 shawl (HS 621490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 621490 (the code used for shawl) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $39M, 13% of world imports), France ($29M) and the United Kingdom ($18M). World imports came to about $311M, 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 Shawl the same in all countries?
The base HS code 621490 for Shawl 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 shawl in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 621490 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for shawl depends on the product's details: 6214.90.10 (Cotton shawls and scarves, not knitted), 6214.90.90 (Shawls and scarves of other textiles, not knitted).