Product classification
HS code for Stretch webbing: 5806.20
Fabrics, narrow (excluding pile fabrics), containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread.
Classification of stretch webbing under HS 5806.20
Stretch webbing is classified under HS code 5806.20. This classification falls under Chapter 58, which covers special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, and embroidery. Heading 5806 specifically addresses narrow woven fabrics. To be classified as "narrow," the fabric must have a width not exceeding 30 cm. Subheading 5806.20 is specifically for those narrow woven fabrics that contain by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. This product is distinct from standard webbing because of its elastic properties, which are essential for applications in apparel waistbands, luggage straps, and industrial safety gear. The classification is determined by the combination of the weaving method, the width of the material, and the percentage of elastic components. It follows GRI 1 and 6, ensuring that the product's physical dimensions and material composition align with the specific requirements of the 5806.20 subheading.
- Covers
- Elasticated woven webbing for belts
- Narrow stretch tapes for upholstery
- Elastic ribbons for garment manufacturing
- Woven elastic bands for medical braces
- Heavy-duty stretch webbing for cargo restraint
- Also under 5806.20
- Nike Dri-FIT waistbands
- Under Armour compression bands
- 3M Coban self-adherent wrap
- Speedo swimwear elastic
- YKK elastic tapes
Codes often confused with 5806.20
Common mistake. Stretch webbing is frequently misclassified under HS code 5806.32, which is for narrow woven fabrics of man-made fibers that do not contain elastic components. Another common error is using HS code 6002.40, which applies to narrow fabrics that are knitted or crocheted rather than woven. It is vital to distinguish between the construction method (woven vs. knitted) and the presence of elastomeric materials to ensure the correct code is applied.
Top exporters and importers of HS 580620 (the code used for stretch webbing), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580620 (the code used for stretch webbing) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 14% of world imports. Bangladesh 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 1.3% of its imports here ($1.7M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 580620, not only stretch webbing.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $552M 47% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $181M 16% of world exports
- 3 Italy $51M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$157M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Hong Kong $118M 11% of world imports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$117M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
Bangladesh 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 1.3% of its imports here ($1.7M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $1.1B 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 stretch webbing
Brazil classifies stretch webbing under NCM 5806.20.00: HS 5806.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about stretch webbing
What is the HS code for Stretch webbing?
The HS code for Stretch webbing is 580620 (Fabrics; narrow (excluding pile fabrics), containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread). The HS code for narrow woven stretch webbing containing at least 5% elastomeric yarn or rubber thread is 5806.20.
How do I classify Stretch webbing for customs?
Stretch webbing is classified under HS code 580620 — Fabrics; narrow (excluding pile fabrics), containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines a "narrow" fabric in this HS code?
In the context of heading 5806, a narrow fabric is defined as having a width that does not exceed 30 centimeters.
Which countries are the top exporters of stretch webbing (HS 580620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580620 (the code used for stretch webbing) in UN Comtrade data were China ($552M, 47% of world exports), Hong Kong ($181M) and Italy ($51M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 stretch webbing (HS 580620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 580620 (the code used for stretch webbing) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $157M, 14% of world imports), Hong Kong ($118M) and Bangladesh (about $117M). World imports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Bangladesh 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 1.3% of its imports here ($1.7M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Stretch webbing the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580620 for Stretch webbing 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 stretch webbing in Brazil?
In Brazil, stretch webbing (HS 580620) is classified under NCM 5806.20.00.