HS Code:
The category 'Of a width exceeding 127 cm' (HS Code: 810) typically includes specific types of fabrics, textiles, or materials that are wider than 127 cm. This category often pertains to woven fabrics, industrial textiles, or specialized materials used in various applications such as upholstery, construction, or manufacturing. Products under this HS code are traded globally for use in industries requiring large-format materials, with demand influenced by sectors like automotive, construction, and fashion.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-USMCA)
Rising demand for sustainable materials
Increased trade in eco-friendly and recycled fabrics exceeding 127 cm width, driven by environmental regulations and consumer preferences.
2021-2022
Growth in industrial applications
Higher demand from automotive and construction sectors for durable, wide-format materials, boosting trade volumes in key markets.
2020-2022
Digitalization of supply chains
Improved tracking and efficiency in global trade logistics for this category, reducing delays and costs for exporters and importers.
2022
The European Union reduced tariffs on wide-format textiles under HS 810 to 5% for imports from select Asian countries under a new trade agreement.
March 2023
Expected to increase imports from countries like India and China by 10-15% in the next year.
The United States initiated an anti-dumping investigation into wide-format fabric imports from specific countries, citing unfair pricing practices.
July 2023
Potential temporary decline in trade volume from affected countries until resolution.
Several countries introduced mandatory sustainability certifications for imported textiles, including those exceeding 127 cm width, to ensure eco-friendly production.
January 2023
Increased production costs for exporters but improved market access in environmentally conscious regions.