HS Code 5601
Textile Wadding and Flock
HS code 5601 covers textile wadding, flock, dust, and mill neps used for padding, insulation, healthcare swabs, and decorative surface coatings.
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HS Code 5601 — Textile Wadding and Flock
This code covers soft, bulky layers of textile fibres (wadding) used for padding, insulation, or stuffing. It also includes 'flock'—extremely short fibres used for velvet-like coatings on wallpapers and fabrics.
What's included
- Cotton wadding for padding
- Polyester quilt batting
- Textile flock for velvet effects
- Sanitary towels of wadding (some types)
- Cigarette filters (of wadding)
What's excluded
- Glass wool → use
7019(Mineral/glass based insulation is in Chapter 70.) - Wadding impregnated with medicine → use
3005(Medical/pharmaceutical coatings move classification to Chapter 30.)
Common examples
- Polyester fibre fill for pillows
- Cotton wool rolls for cosmetic use
- Nylon flock for industrial coating
- Upholstery padding layers
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover cosmetic cotton pads?
Yes, provided they are made of wadding and not further processed into finished articles like medicated wipes.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 3% - 10%
- Documentation: Specify if the wadding is rolls, sheets, or loose for customs valuation.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, USA, Turkey
- Top importers: Mexico, Canada, Poland, Vietnam
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Key takeaway
Covers high-volume, low-density padding and decorative flock; watch for flammable material handling requirements.
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