About HS Code 511230
This category pertains to woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair, blended with man-made staple fibers, where the natural fiber content is less than 85% by weight. These blends are highly sought after in international trade for their ability to combine the natural aesthetics and comfort of wool with the practical benefits of synthetic staple fibers, such as improved resilience, ease of care, and reduced pilling. They are extensively used in a broad range of apparel, from tailored suits to casual wear, where a balance of quality and affordability is desired. Importers include large-scale apparel manufacturers and retailers globally, while exporters are often countries with robust textile manufacturing capabilities and access to diverse fiber sources, like China, India, and Pakistan. The specific blend composition and staple fiber type (e.g., polyester, acrylic, viscose) are key trade specifications.
Products Under This Code
Wool-polyester staple blend suiting, wool-acrylic blend sweater fabric, wool-viscose blend dress material, wool-nylon staple blend coating, worsted wool-modal blend fabric, wool-lyocell blend
Real World Examples
Marks & Spencer wool-blend trousers, Next tailored wool-blend jackets, J.Crew wool-blend blazers, Banana Republic wool-blend skirts
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 511220 (mixed with man-made filaments) or 511290 (mixed with other fibers). The key differentiator is the use of man-made 'staple' fibers.
Products Classified Under 5112.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Pakistan are leading exporters, with the US, Germany, and the UK being primary importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 511230?
HS code 511230 covers: Fabrics, woven; of combed wool or combed fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with man-made staple fibres. This category pertains to woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair, blended with man-made staple fibers, where the natural fiber content is less than 85% by weight. These blends are highly sought after in international trade for their ability to combine the natural aesthetics and comfort of wool with the practical benefits of synthetic staple fibers, such as improved resilience, ease of care, and reduced pilling. They are extensively used in a broad range of apparel, from tailored suits to casual wear, where a balance of quality and affordability is desired. Importers include large-scale apparel manufacturers and retailers globally, while exporters are often countries with robust textile manufacturing capabilities and access to diverse fiber sources, like China, India, and Pakistan. The specific blend composition and staple fiber type (e.g., polyester, acrylic, viscose) are key trade specifications.
What products fall under HS code 511230?
Wool-polyester staple blend suiting, wool-acrylic blend sweater fabric, wool-viscose blend dress material, wool-nylon staple blend coating, worsted wool-modal blend fabric, wool-lyocell blend
What are common misclassifications for HS code 511230?
Often confused with 511220 (mixed with man-made filaments) or 511290 (mixed with other fibers). The key differentiator is the use of man-made 'staple' fibers.
How is HS code 511230 structured?
HS code 511230 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (51) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.