Product classification
HS code for Striped synthetic warp knit: 6005.38
Fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours.
Classification of striped synthetic warp knit under HS 6005.38
Striped synthetic warp knit fabrics are classified under HS code 6005.38 because they meet three specific criteria defined in the Harmonized System. First, the fabric must be produced using a warp knitting process, which involves loops formed in a longitudinal direction, typically on Raschel or Tricot machines. This distinguishes it from weft-knitted fabrics found in heading 60.06. Second, the material composition must consist of synthetic fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic, which places it within the 6005.3x subheadings. Finally, the designation 6005.38 is specifically reserved for fabrics made of "yarns of different colors." This means the striped pattern is achieved by knitting together yarns that were dyed prior to the knitting process, rather than printing a pattern onto a finished fabric or dyeing a completed garment. This classification is essential for ensuring correct duty rates, as fabrics with integrated color patterns often carry different trade regulations than plain or printed variants.
- Covers
- Striped polyester Raschel knit fabric
- Multi-colored nylon Tricot warp knit
- Synthetic mesh with integrated color stripes
- Warp-knitted athletic wear fabric with yarn-dyed stripes
- Synthetic upholstery warp knit with multi-colored yarns
- Also under 6005.38
- Adidas Primeknit (some variations)
- Nike Flyknit (some variations)
- Lululemon Luon fabric (heathered)
- patterned swimwear from Speedo
- decorative upholstery fabric from Maharam
Codes often confused with 6005.38
Common mistake. This product is frequently confused with HS code 6005.37, which covers dyed synthetic warp knits. The distinction lies in the color application; 6005.37 is for fabrics dyed a single uniform color after knitting. It is also often misclassified under 6005.39, which is for printed fabrics. If the stripes are applied via a printing process onto the surface of the fabric rather than being part of the knit structure, 6005.39 is the correct code. Additionally, if the fabric contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn, it may be moved to heading 60.04.
Top exporters and importers of HS 600538 (the code used for striped synthetic warp knit), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600538 (the code used for striped synthetic warp knit) in UN Comtrade data was Hungary, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 11% 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 600538, not only striped synthetic warp knit.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hungary $48M 19% of world exports
- 2 Italy $39M 15% of world exports
- 3 China $37M 15% of world exports
World total: $254M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $23M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $22M 10% of world imports
- 3 Australia $13M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $217M 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 striped synthetic warp knit
Brazil classifies striped synthetic warp knit under NCM 6005.38.00: HS 6005.38 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about striped synthetic warp knit
What is the HS code for Striped synthetic warp knit?
The HS code for Striped synthetic warp knit is 600538 (Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours). The HS code for striped synthetic warp knit fabric made of yarns of different colors is 6005.38.
How do I classify Striped synthetic warp knit for customs?
Striped synthetic warp knit is classified under HS code 600538 — Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between 6005.38 and 6005.39?
The difference is in the manufacturing: 6005.38 uses pre-dyed yarns to create the pattern during knitting, while 6005.39 involves printing the pattern onto the fabric after it has been knitted.
Which countries are the top exporters of striped synthetic warp knit (HS 600538)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600538 (the code used for striped synthetic warp knit) in UN Comtrade data were Hungary ($48M, 19% of world exports), Italy ($39M) and China ($37M). World exports came to about $254M, 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 synthetic warp knit (HS 600538)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 600538 (the code used for striped synthetic warp knit) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($23M, 11% of world imports), France ($22M) and Australia ($13M). World imports came to about $217M, 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 synthetic warp knit the same in all countries?
The base HS code 600538 for Striped 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 striped synthetic warp knit in Brazil?
In Brazil, striped synthetic warp knit (HS 600538) is classified under NCM 6005.38.00.