Product classification
HS code for Technical felt: 5911.10
Textile fabric, felt & felt-lined woven fabrics, coated/covered/laminated with rubber, leather or other material, for card clothing, similar fabrics used for technical purposes, including rubber impregnated narrow velvet fabrics to cover weaving spindles.
Classification of technical felt under HS 5911.10
Technical felt is classified under HS code 591110 because it is a textile product specifically designed for technical or industrial applications. This heading covers textile fabrics and felts that have been coated, covered, or laminated with materials like rubber, leather, or other substances for use in machinery, such as card clothing. Unlike general-purpose felt used in clothing or crafts, technical felt is engineered for durability, heat resistance, or specific mechanical functions. The classification is governed by Note 7 to Chapter 59, which defines the scope of textile products for technical uses. These materials are essential components in various industrial processes, including textile manufacturing, printing, and paper production. The specific subheading 591110 is reserved for felt and felt-lined fabrics used for card clothing and similar technical purposes. This classification ensures that industrial components are distinguished from consumer-grade textiles, reflecting their specialized manufacturing and end-use.
- Covers
- Felt for card clothing
- Rubber-impregnated narrow velvet fabrics for weaving spindles
- Felt-lined woven fabrics for industrial machinery
- Technical felt for polishing or filtering
- Laminated felt for textile machinery
- Also under 5911.10
- Graf Card Clothing
- Trützschler Carding Elements
- G. Stäubli AG (textile machinery components)
- A. Monforts Textilmaschinen (specialized fabrics)
- Siegling (now Forbo Siegling) technical fabrics
Codes often confused with 5911.10
Common mistake. Technical felt is frequently misclassified under 5602, which covers general-purpose felt. However, if the felt is specifically prepared for technical use as defined in Note 7 to Chapter 59, it must be moved to 5911. Another common error is using 591190, which is the "other" category for technical textiles; 591110 is more specific for card clothing and similar applications and should be used first if applicable.
Top exporters and importers of HS 591110 (the code used for technical felt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 591110 (the code used for technical felt) in UN Comtrade data was Israel, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 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 591110, not only technical felt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Israel $119M 25% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $75M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $68M 14% of world exports
World total: $477M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $69M 16% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $37M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $25M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $419M 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 technical felt
Brazil classifies technical felt under NCM 5911.10.00: HS 5911.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about technical felt
What is the HS code for Technical felt?
The HS code for Technical felt is 591110 (Textile fabric, felt & felt-lined woven fabrics, coated/covered/laminated with rubber, leather or other material, for card clothing, similar fabrics used for technical purposes, including rubber impregnated narrow velvet fabrics to cover weaving spindles).
How do I classify Technical felt for customs?
Technical felt is classified under HS code 591110 — Textile fabric, felt & felt-lined woven fabrics, coated/covered/laminated with rubber, leather or other material, for card clothing, similar fabrics used for technical purposes, including rubber impregnated narrow velvet fabrics to cover weaving spindles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for industrial felt?
Industrial felt used for card clothing is classified under 591110; other technical felts are classified under 591190.
Is craft felt classified under this code?
No, craft or apparel felt is classified under HS code 5602, as it is not designed for specific technical or industrial machinery applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of technical felt (HS 591110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 591110 (the code used for technical felt) in UN Comtrade data were Israel ($119M, 25% of world exports), South Korea ($75M) and Germany ($68M). World exports came to about $477M, 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 technical felt (HS 591110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 591110 (the code used for technical felt) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($69M, 16% of world imports), Malaysia ($37M) and Germany ($25M). World imports came to about $419M, 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 Technical felt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 591110 for Technical felt 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 technical felt in Brazil?
In Brazil, technical felt (HS 591110) is classified under NCM 5911.10.00.