Product classification
HS code for Textile embroidery: 5810.99
Embroidery, with visible ground, of textile materials (other than cotton and man-made fibres), in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Classification of textile embroidery under HS 5810.99
Textile embroidery is classified under HS code 5810.99 because it falls within Chapter 58, which covers special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, and embroidery. Specifically, heading 5810 applies to embroidery in the piece, in strips, or in motifs. The subheading 5810.99 is a residual category used for embroidery where the ground fabric is visible and is made of textile materials other than cotton or man-made fibers, such as silk, wool, or flax. Classification is determined by the presence of decorative needlework on a pre-existing textile base, where the embroidery thread creates a pattern that does not form the structural integrity of the base fabric itself. This specific code is essential for identifying luxury or natural fiber-based embroidered goods that do not meet the criteria for the more common cotton or synthetic subheadings.
- Covers
- Silk fabric with floral embroidery
- Woolen garments featuring decorative embroidered motifs
- Linen tablecloths with visible ground embroidery
- Embroidered strips made of hemp or jute
- Embroidered badges on silk backing
- Hand-embroidered decorative panels of natural fibers
- Also under 5810.99
- Hermès silk scarves with embroidery
- Etro embroidered linen jackets
- Missoni embroidered wool throws
- bespoke bridal gowns with silk embroidery
- artisanal embroidered wall hangings
Codes often confused with 5810.99
Common mistake. Textile embroidery is frequently misclassified under 5810.10, which is reserved for embroidery without visible ground, often referred to as chemical lace or aerial embroidery. It is also commonly confused with 5810.91 (cotton embroidery) or 5810.92 (man-made fiber embroidery). Importers must verify the material composition of the base fabric, as a silk embroidery on a cotton ground would be classified under 5810.91 based on the ground fabric material, not the thread material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 581099 (the code used for textile embroidery), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 581099 (the code used for textile embroidery) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 13% 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 581099, not only textile embroidery.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $37M 28% of world exports
- 2 China $27M 21% of world exports
- 3 Italy $10M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $133M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $18M 13% of world imports
- 2 France $13M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Myanmar $13M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $140M 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 textile embroidery
Brazil classifies textile embroidery under NCM 5810.99.00: HS 5810.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about textile embroidery
What is the HS code for Textile embroidery?
The HS code for Textile embroidery is 581099 (Embroidery; with visible ground, of textile materials (other than cotton and man-made fibres), in the piece, in strips or in motifs). The HS code for textile embroidery with a visible ground made of materials other than cotton or man-made fibers is 5810.99.
How do I classify Textile embroidery for customs?
Textile embroidery is classified under HS code 581099 — Embroidery; with visible ground, of textile materials (other than cotton and man-made fibres), in the piece, in strips or in motifs. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include machine-made embroidery?
Yes, HS code 5810.99 covers both hand-made and machine-made embroidery, provided the ground fabric is visible and the material composition matches the subheading requirements.
Which countries are the top exporters of textile embroidery (HS 581099)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 581099 (the code used for textile embroidery) in UN Comtrade data were India ($37M, 28% of world exports), China ($27M) and Italy ($10M). World exports came to about $133M, 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 textile embroidery (HS 581099)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 581099 (the code used for textile embroidery) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($18M, 13% of world imports), France ($13M) and Myanmar ($13M). World imports came to about $140M, 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 Textile embroidery the same in all countries?
The base HS code 581099 for Textile embroidery 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 textile embroidery in Brazil?
In Brazil, textile embroidery (HS 581099) is classified under NCM 5810.99.00.