About HS Code 540781
This HS code covers woven fabrics that blend synthetic filament yarns with cotton, where the synthetic component is less than 85% by weight, and the fabric is in an unbleached or bleached state. These blended fabrics are highly sought after in international trade for combining the desirable properties of both fibers: the strength, wrinkle resistance, and quick-drying nature of synthetics with the breathability, absorbency, and comfort of cotton. Major importers include garment manufacturers and textile converters in countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, who process these fabrics into apparel, shirting, and home textiles. Exporters are typically countries with strong spinning and weaving industries, such as China, India, and Pakistan, which can efficiently produce these blended compositions. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend ratio, the type of synthetic filament (e.g., polyester, nylon), fabric construction (e.g., plain weave, twill), and the quality of the raw materials. The "unbleached or bleached" status indicates they are intermediate goods, ready for further dyeing or printing.
Products Under This Code
Polyester-cotton blend fabric (greige), Nylon-cotton blend fabric (bleached), Synthetic filament-cotton shirting (unbleached), Poly-cotton poplin (greige), Blended synthetic-cotton twill (bleached), Cotton-rich synthetic blend fabric (greige)
Real World Examples
CVC (Chief Value Cotton) fabrics (greige/bleached), TC (Tetron Cotton) fabrics (greige/bleached), Burlington Fabrics (blended greige), Arvind Mills (blended greige)
Common Misclassification
This code is distinguished by the specific blend ratio (less than 85% synthetic, mixed mainly with cotton) and its unbleached/bleached state, differentiating it from dyed (5407.82) or printed (5407.83) versions, or fabrics with higher synthetic content.
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Pakistan are leading exporters, while Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 540781?
HS code 540781 covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, bleached or unbleached. This HS code covers woven fabrics that blend synthetic filament yarns with cotton, where the synthetic component is less than 85% by weight, and the fabric is in an unbleached or bleached state. These blended fabrics are highly sought after in international trade for combining the desirable properties of both fibers: the strength, wrinkle resistance, and quick-drying nature of synthetics with the breathability, absorbency, and comfort of cotton. Major importers include garment manufacturers and textile converters in countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, who process these fabrics into apparel, shirting, and home textiles. Exporters are typically countries with strong spinning and weaving industries, such as China, India, and Pakistan, which can efficiently produce these blended compositions. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend ratio, the type of synthetic filament (e.g., polyester, nylon), fabric construction (e.g., plain weave, twill), and the quality of the raw materials. The "unbleached or bleached" status indicates they are intermediate goods, ready for further dyeing or printing.
What products fall under HS code 540781?
Polyester-cotton blend fabric (greige), Nylon-cotton blend fabric (bleached), Synthetic filament-cotton shirting (unbleached), Poly-cotton poplin (greige), Blended synthetic-cotton twill (bleached), Cotton-rich synthetic blend fabric (greige)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540781?
This code is distinguished by the specific blend ratio (less than 85% synthetic, mixed mainly with cotton) and its unbleached/bleached state, differentiating it from dyed (5407.82) or printed (5407.83) versions, or fabrics with higher synthetic content.
How is HS code 540781 structured?
HS code 540781 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (54) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (81) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.