HS Code:
The 'Fabrics of noil silk' category, classified under HS Code 5007.20, includes woven fabrics made from noil silk, which is a type of silk fabric produced from short fibers or waste silk left over from the spinning process. Noil silk fabrics are known for their textured, slightly rough surface and are often used in apparel, home textiles, and specialty products due to their unique aesthetic and eco-friendly nature. This category is a niche but significant segment of the global silk textile market, with trade influenced by cultural demand, sustainability trends, and luxury fashion industries.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 60 million
40% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 35 million
23% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 20 million
13% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 15 million
10% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
USD 10 million
7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local textile industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Growing demand for sustainable textiles
Increased interest in noil silk as an eco-friendly material due to its use of waste silk, driving market growth in eco-conscious regions like Europe and North America.
2021-2023
Shift toward luxury and niche markets
Noil silk is increasingly used in high-end fashion and bespoke home decor, boosting value-added trade in countries like Italy and France.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in silk processing
Improved production techniques in China and India have reduced costs and increased output, making noil silk fabrics more competitive globally.
2019-2023
The European Union introduced stricter sustainability and traceability requirements for silk products, including noil silk fabrics, to ensure ethical sourcing and environmental compliance.
January 2023
This may increase costs for exporters like China and India but could benefit compliant producers with better market access.
The Indian government launched a subsidy program to promote silk exports, including noil silk fabrics, targeting markets in the Middle East and Europe.
March 2022
This has led to a notable increase in Indiaโs export volumes, strengthening its position as a key player in this category.
Ongoing trade disputes have resulted in additional tariffs on Chinese silk products, including noil silk fabrics, entering the US market.
September 2022
This has caused a slight decline in Chinaโs exports to the US, with buyers shifting to alternative suppliers like India and Vietnam.