Product classification
HS code for Tapestry kits: 6308.00
Fabrics, woven and yarn, in sets, whether or not with accessories, for making up into rugs, tapestries, embroidered table cloths or serviettes or similar textile articles, packaged for retail sale.
Classification of tapestry kits under HS 6308.00
Tapestry kits are classified under HS code 6308.00 because they are specifically defined as sets consisting of woven fabric and yarn, whether or not with accessories, for making up into rugs, tapestries, embroidered table cloths, or similar textile articles, put up in packings for retail sale. According to the General Interpretative Rules (GIR) 3(b), goods put up in sets for retail sale are classified based on the component that gives them their essential character. However, heading 6308 is a specific provision that takes precedence for these textile sets. To qualify, the kit must contain at least the fabric and the yarn required to complete the project. The fabric is often printed with a design or is a canvas (like Aida cloth) intended for needlework. These kits are intended for domestic use or hobbyists rather than industrial production, and the packaging must be suitable for direct sale to the end consumer without further repacking.
- Covers
- Needlepoint kits containing canvas and wool yarn
- Cross-stitch kits including Aida fabric and embroidery floss
- Latch-hook rug kits with mesh base and pre-cut yarn segments
- Embroidered cushion cover kits
- DIY tapestry wall hanging sets
- Also under 6308.00
- Dimensions Cross Stitch Kits
- Vervaco Latch Hook Kits
- Anchor Embroidery Kits
- Bucilla Needlepoint Kits
- DMC Embroidery Floss Kits
Codes often confused with 6308.00
Common mistake. Tapestry kits are frequently misclassified under heading 5805.00, which covers finished hand-woven tapestries. However, 5805.00 is for completed decorative works, not the materials to make them. Another common error is using 9503.00 for children's craft kits; while some simple kits may be considered toys, most standard needlework sets are classified in 6308.00 regardless of the user's age. Additionally, if the yarn and fabric are imported separately and not in retail-ready sets, they must be classified individually under their respective headings in Chapters 52, 54, or 55.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630800 (the code used for tapestry kits), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630800 (the code used for tapestry kits) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 630800, not only tapestry kits.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $23M 23% of world exports
- 2 Italy $16M 17% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $10M 10% of world exports
World total: $98M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $12M 17% of world imports
- 2 France $6.8M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $5.8M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $71M 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 tapestry kits
Brazil classifies tapestry kits under NCM 6308.00.00: HS 6308.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tapestry kits
What is the HS code for Tapestry kits?
The HS code for Tapestry kits is 630800 (Fabrics, woven and yarn; in sets, whether or not with accessories, for making up into rugs, tapestries, embroidered table cloths or serviettes or similar textile articles, packaged for retail sale). The primary HS code for tapestry kits put up for retail sale is 6308.00.
How do I classify Tapestry kits for customs?
Tapestry kits is classified under HS code 630800 — Fabrics, woven and yarn; in sets, whether or not with accessories, for making up into rugs, tapestries, embroidered table cloths or serviettes or similar textile articles, packaged for retail sale. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can a kit include needles and still fall under 6308.00?
Yes, heading 6308.00 explicitly allows for the inclusion of accessories, such as embroidery needles or specialized hooks, as long as the core components (fabric and yarn) are present.
Which countries are the top exporters of tapestry kits (HS 630800)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630800 (the code used for tapestry kits) in UN Comtrade data were China ($23M, 23% of world exports), Italy ($16M) and Singapore ($10M). World exports came to about $98M, 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 tapestry kits (HS 630800)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630800 (the code used for tapestry kits) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($12M, 17% of world imports), France ($6.8M) and Germany ($5.8M). World imports came to about $71M, 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 Tapestry kits the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630800 for Tapestry kits 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 tapestry kits in Brazil?
In Brazil, tapestry kits (HS 630800) is classified under NCM 6308.00.00.