HS Code 5803
Gauze Fabrics
HS code 5803 is for woven gauze fabrics constructed with crossed warp threads to prevent shifting, used for apparel and furnishings but excluding medical produc
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HS Code 5803 — Gauze Fabrics
Gauze is a light, transparent fabric where the warp threads are crossed to provide stability despite the loose weave. This code covers gauze in the piece used for clothing, curtains, or industrial foundations, excluding narrow tapes and medical dressings.
What's included
- Leno-weave gauze
- Cotton gauze fabric
- Silk gauze for fashion
What's excluded
- Sterile medical gauze → use
3005(Gauze impregnated with pharmaceutical substances or put up for retail sale for medical use is Chapter 30.) - Narrow gauze ribbons → use
5806(Narrow fabrics less than 30cm wide fall under 5806.)
Common examples
- Unfinished cotton leno-weave fabric
- Polyester gauze for curtains
- Silk gauze for dressmaking
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this for surgical gauze?
Only if it is bulk, non-sterile fabric. Finished, sterile dressings must use code 3005.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 10%
- Documentation: Carefully distinguish from knitted fabrics (Chapter 60).
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: China, Japan, Italy
- Top importers: USA, France, UK
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Key takeaway
Classification depends on the leno/crossed warp weave technique.
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