Product classification
HS code for Vinyl fabric: 5903.10
Textile fabrics, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride).
Classification of vinyl fabric under HS 5903.10
Vinyl fabric is classified under HS code 5903.10 when it consists of a textile fabric that has been impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC). For a product to be classified within this heading, the plastic component must be visible to the naked eye, otherwise than by a mere change of color. This code specifically addresses the technical combination of a textile base—which provides tensile strength, tear resistance, and flexibility—and a vinyl layer that provides waterproofing, chemical resistance, and a specific surface finish. The textile base can be woven, knitted, or non-woven. If the plastic layer is so thick that the textile is merely a reinforcement and the product has the character of plastic sheeting, it may be excluded from Chapter 59 and moved to Chapter 39. However, for standard upholstery vinyl, 'faux leather' on a fabric backing, and industrial tarpaulin materials where the textile remains a functional component, 5903.10 is the correct designation. The PVC must be the primary coating material; if polyurethane is used instead, the classification shifts to 5903.20.
- Covers
- PVC-coated polyester upholstery fabric
- Vinyl-laminated nylon for outdoor covers
- Textile-backed vinyl flooring (if primarily textile-based)
- Faux leather fabric with a PVC coating
- Waterproof vinyl-coated canvas for marine use
- Also under 5903.10
- Ferrari Precontraint (for architectural membranes)
- Serge Ferrari Soltis (for sun protection)
- Mehler Texnologies Valmex (for boat covers)
- Sioen B8000 (for truck tarpaulins)
- Sattler AG (for awnings)
Codes often confused with 5903.10
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with heading 3921, which covers plates, sheets, and film of plastics. If the textile fabric is completely embedded in plastic or if the plastic is the dominant component by weight and character (reinforced plastic), 3921.12 might be used. Additionally, if the coating is polyurethane rather than vinyl, it must be classified under 5903.20. Simple dyed fabrics without a visible plastic film are classified in Chapters 50-55.
Top exporters and importers of HS 590310 (the code used for vinyl fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 590310 (the code used for vinyl fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 10% 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 590310, not only vinyl fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.4B 61% of world exports
- 2 Italy $222M 5.7% of world exports
- 3 Portugal $153M 3.9% of world exports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $287M 10% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$247M 8.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Mexico $136M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $2.8B 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 vinyl fabric
Brazil classifies vinyl fabric under NCM 5903.10.00: HS 5903.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about vinyl fabric
What is the HS code for Vinyl fabric?
The HS code for Vinyl fabric is 590310 (Textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride)). The HS code for textile fabrics coated or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride) is 5903.10.
How do I classify Vinyl fabric for customs?
Vinyl fabric is classified under HS code 590310 — Textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with poly(vinyl chloride). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is PVC-coated 'vegan leather' included here?
Yes, if the material consists of a textile backing with a visible PVC coating, it is classified under 5903.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of vinyl fabric (HS 590310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 590310 (the code used for vinyl fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.4B, 61% of world exports), Italy ($222M) and Portugal ($153M). World exports came to about $3.9B, 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 vinyl fabric (HS 590310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 590310 (the code used for vinyl fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($287M, 10% of world imports), Vietnam (about $247M) and Mexico ($136M). World imports came to about $2.8B, 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 Vinyl fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 590310 for Vinyl 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 vinyl fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, vinyl fabric (HS 590310) is classified under NCM 5903.10.00.