Product classification

HS code for Synthetic weft pile fabric: 5801.33

Fabrics, woven pile, of man-made fibres, other weft pile fabrics, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806.

Classification of synthetic weft pile fabric under HS 5801.33

Synthetic weft pile fabrics are classified under HS code 5801.33. These woven fabrics feature a raised surface created by an additional set of weft (transverse) yarns that are cut or left uncut to form a pile. This subheading specifically excludes corduroy (5801.32) and warp pile fabrics (5801.37). The material must be composed of man-made fibers to fall within the 5801.3x series. Classification is governed by the technical analysis of the weave; weft pile fabrics are often referred to as velveteens. The Harmonized System requires that these fabrics be woven; if the pile is inserted into a pre-existing base via needles, it would be classified as tufted under 58.02. The distinction between weft pile and other pile types is a matter of textile engineering and is strictly enforced by customs authorities to ensure proper duty application.

Covers
  • Synthetic velveteen fabrics
  • Cut weft pile fabrics of polyester
  • Uncut weft pile fabrics of acrylic
  • Faux fur fabrics with a woven weft-pile base
  • Synthetic upholstery fabrics with weft-inserted pile
Also under 5801.33
  • Microfiber upholstery fabric
  • plush toy fabric (synthetic)
  • automotive headliner fabric (synthetic pile)

Codes often confused with 5801.33

Common mistake. HS code 5801.33 is often confused with 5801.32, which is specifically for cut corduroy. While corduroy is a type of weft pile, it has its own dedicated subheading. It is also frequently confused with 60.01.92 (knitted pile), which is a completely different manufacturing process. Importers must verify if the base is woven or knitted before selecting the code.

5801.32Fabrics; woven pile, of man-made fibres, cut corduroy, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806

Top exporters and importers of HS 580133 (the code used for synthetic weft pile fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 580133 (the code used for synthetic weft pile fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 85% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 16% 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 580133, not only synthetic weft pile fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $217M
  2. 2 Türkiye $7.2M
  3. 3 Poland $4.3M

World total: $254M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$30M
  2. 2 Poland $17M
  3. 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$17M

World total: $188M 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 synthetic weft pile fabric

Brazil classifies synthetic weft pile fabric under NCM 5801.33.00: HS 5801.33 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about synthetic weft pile fabric

What is the HS code for Synthetic weft pile fabric?

The HS code for Synthetic weft pile fabric is 580133 (Fabrics; woven pile, of man-made fibres, other weft pile fabrics, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806). The HS code for woven weft pile fabrics of man-made fibers (excluding corduroy) is 5801.33.

How do I classify Synthetic weft pile fabric for customs?

Synthetic weft pile fabric is classified under HS code 580133 — Fabrics; woven pile, of man-made fibres, other weft pile fabrics, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is faux fur classified under 5801.33?

Only if the faux fur is produced as a woven weft pile fabric. If it is knitted, it belongs in 60.01; if it is made by sewing fibers into a base, it belongs in 58.02.

Which countries are the top exporters of synthetic weft pile fabric (HS 580133)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 580133 (the code used for synthetic weft pile fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($217M, 85% of world exports), Türkiye ($7.2M) and Poland ($4.3M). 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 synthetic weft pile fabric (HS 580133)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 580133 (the code used for synthetic weft pile fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $30M, 16% of world imports), Poland ($17M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $17M). World imports came to about $188M, 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 Synthetic weft pile fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 580133 for Synthetic weft pile 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 synthetic weft pile fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, synthetic weft pile fabric (HS 580133) is classified under NCM 5801.33.00.