HS Code 5805
Hand-Woven and Needle-Worked Tapestries
HS code 5805 covers hand-woven and needle-worked tapestries, including Gobelins and Aubusson styles, used for wall decoration or upholstery and excluding machin
HS Code 5805 — Hand-Woven and Needle-Worked Tapestries
This code identifies decorative wall hangings produced by hand-weaving techniques such as Gobelins or Flanders, as well as needle-worked tapestries like petit point or cross-stitch over a canvas. These are typically artistic pieces for interior decoration rather than functional textiles.
What's included
- Hand-woven Gobelins tapestries
- Petit point tapestries
- Cross-stitch tapestries
- Needle-worked wall hangings
What's excluded
- Machine-woven tapestry fabrics → use
5801(Mass-produced machine-woven fabrics with tapestry patterns are classified as standard woven pile or flat fabrics.)
Common examples
- Antique style hand-woven wall tapestry
- Needlepoint tapestry for chair covers
- Handmade Flanders loom tapestry
Frequently asked questions
Are modern printed wall hangings included here?
No, if the design is printed on fabric, it is classified under the fabric type (e.g., Chapter 52 or 54).
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Provide proof of age and hand-made status to qualify for lower duty rates in some jurisdictions.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: France, Belgium, China, India
- Top importers: USA, UK, Germany
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Key takeaway
Exclusively for hand-woven or needle-worked items; machine-made imitations are excluded.
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