Embroidery in the piece — HTS 5810
Embroidery in the piece, in strips or in motifs
Chapter 58 › Heading 5810
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 5810 covers embroidery presented in the piece, in strips, or as separate motifs. It generally groups decorated textile goods in which embroidery is the important feature, rather than ordinary unembroidered fabric, trim, or finished clothing. “In the piece” means a continuous or larger textile length; “in strips” means narrow lengths; and “in motifs” means separate embroidered designs or patches. The heading can cover embroidery made by hand or machine, but the product’s construction and presentation must match the heading’s legal scope.
Heading 5810 is only a 4-digit category, not the complete tariff classification. To reach the applicable 8-digit HTSUS subheading, read the more detailed provisions under heading 5810. These commonly distinguish products by factors such as the textile material, whether the embroidery is made on a visible ground fabric or is an independent design, and the form in which it is imported. Confirm the current HTSUS wording, section and chapter notes, and any relevant classification rulings before using a code for entry or landed-cost calculations.
What to check
- Identify whether the merchandise is embroidery in a piece, strip, or separate motif, and record its dimensions and presentation.
- Determine the embroidery and ground materials, including fiber content, backing, and any plastics, paper, or other supporting materials.
- Check whether the item is embroidered textile fabric, narrow trim, a motif or patch, or a finished article that may belong in another heading.
- Read every indented subheading and the applicable Section XI and chapter notes; do not choose an 8-digit code from the product description alone.
- Compare the facts with current CBP classification rulings or ask a customs broker when construction, material, or intended use is unclear.
HTS heading 5810 summary
Embroidery in the piece is a 4-digit product category containing 1 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5810.10.00.00 👉 | Embroidery without visible ground (229) | 14.1% | Free | 90% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 5810?
Embroidery in the piece, in strips or in motifs. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.