Product classification
HS code for Striped artificial fiber knit fabric: 6006.43
Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours.
Classification of striped artificial fiber knit fabric under HS 6006.43
Striped artificial fiber knit fabric is classified under HS code 6006.43 according to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. This classification is determined by the fabric's construction method and material composition. As a knitted or crocheted textile, it falls within Chapter 60. The specific heading 60.06 is reserved for other knitted or crocheted fabrics that do not meet the criteria for pile fabrics (60.01), elastomeric fabrics (60.04), or specialized warp knits (60.02-60.03). The sub-heading 6006.43 specifically identifies fabrics made of artificial fibers—such as viscose, rayon, acetate, or triacetate—that are produced using yarns of different colors. To qualify as 'yarns of different colors,' the stripes must be integrated into the knit structure during the manufacturing process using pre-dyed yarns, rather than being printed onto the surface of a finished fabric. This distinction is vital for customs compliance, as printed fabrics are classified under different subheadings.
- Covers
- Striped viscose jersey knit
- Rayon rib knit with multi-colored stripes
- Acetate knit fabrics with yarn-dyed stripes
- Regenerated cellulose knit fabrics with horizontal or vertical stripes
- Triacetate striped interlock fabrics
- Also under 6006.43
- Lenzing Ecovero melange knit
- Birla Liva striped knit
- Zara (using patterned knits)
- Nike (for activewear)
- Adidas (for activewear)
Codes often confused with 6006.43
Common mistake. This product is frequently misclassified under HS code 6006.33, which is reserved for synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon. While both are man-made, artificial fibers are derived from natural polymers (cellulose), whereas synthetic fibers are purely chemical. Another common error is using HS code 6004.10; this occurs when the fabric contains 5% or more by weight of elastomeric yarn. If the stripes are printed rather than knitted with different colored yarns, the correct code would be 6006.44.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600643 (the code used for striped artificial fiber knit fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600643 (the code used for striped artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 61% 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 600643, not only striped artificial fiber knit fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $25M 52% of world exports
- 2 Italy $7.5M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $3.9M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $48M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $74M 61% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $7.3M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$5.7M 4.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $122M 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 striped artificial fiber knit fabric
Brazil classifies striped artificial fiber knit fabric under NCM 6006.43.00: HS 6006.43 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about striped artificial fiber knit fabric
What is the HS code for Striped artificial fiber knit fabric?
The HS code for Striped artificial fiber knit fabric is 600643 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours).
How do I classify Striped artificial fiber knit fabric for customs?
Striped artificial fiber knit fabric is classified under HS code 600643 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, of yarns of different colours. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for striped rayon knit?
The HS code for striped rayon knit fabric is 6006.43, provided the stripes are created using yarns of different colors and the fabric does not contain significant elastomeric content.
How do I distinguish between artificial and synthetic fibers for classification?
Artificial fibers (6006.43) are regenerated from organic materials like wood pulp (e.g., viscose), while synthetic fibers (6006.33) are synthesized from petroleum-based polymers (e.g., polyester).
Which countries are the top exporters of striped artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600643)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600643 (the code used for striped artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($25M, 52% of world exports), Italy ($7.5M) and Germany ($3.9M). World exports came to about $48M, 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 striped artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600643)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600643 (the code used for striped artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were India ($74M, 61% of world imports), Indonesia ($7.3M) and Vietnam (about $5.7M). World imports came to about $122M, 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 Striped artificial fiber knit fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600643 for Striped artificial fiber knit fabric 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 striped artificial fiber knit fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, striped artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600643) is classified under NCM 6006.43.00.