HS Code:
Narrow woven fabrics, other than goods of heading 5807, and narrow fabrics consisting of warp without weft assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs) fall under HS Code 5806. These products include narrow woven materials used for various applications such as clothing accessories, industrial tapes, and decorative trims. Bolducs are specifically adhesive-bonded narrow fabrics often used in packaging and binding. This category is crucial in industries requiring durable and flexible narrow textiles, with significant demand in apparel, automotive, and packaging sectors.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
6.5%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market)
Growing demand for sustainable materials
Increased adoption of eco-friendly narrow woven fabrics made from recycled or biodegradable materials, pushing manufacturers to innovate.
2021-2022
Rise in automation and industrial applications
Higher demand for narrow woven fabrics in automotive and industrial sectors due to automation and need for durable components.
2020-2022
Shift towards Asia-Pacific manufacturing
Lower production costs and high export capacity in countries like China and Vietnam are shifting the global supply chain focus to this region.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter environmental regulations on adhesive components in bolducs, requiring manufacturers to comply with reduced chemical usage.
June 2023
Increased production costs for non-compliant exporters, potential market access barriers for smaller players.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on narrow woven fabrics between the US and China, boosting bilateral trade in this category.
March 2023
Enhanced market access for Chinese exporters, potential increase in US imports by 10-15% in 2023.
A leading German manufacturer launched a new line of biodegradable adhesive narrow fabrics, targeting eco-conscious markets.
September 2022
Sets a precedent for sustainable production, likely influencing competitors and regulatory standards globally.