About HS Code 550410
This HS code covers artificial staple fibres of viscose, specifically those that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning. This represents the raw, unprocessed form of viscose staple fiber, typically supplied in large bales. It is a fundamental raw material for the textile industry, serving as the primary input for spinning mills that transform it into yarn. Viscose staple fiber is highly valued for its softness, absorbency, and breathability, making it a popular choice for blending with other fibers or for use in 100% viscose yarns for apparel, home textiles, and non-woven applications. Importers are predominantly spinning mills and textile manufacturers, while exporters are major chemical fiber producers. The 'unprocessed' nature means it requires further mechanical treatment before it can be spun into yarn.
Products Under This Code
Viscose staple fiber (raw), Rayon staple fiber (uncarded), Unprocessed viscose fiber, Bulk viscose fiber, Regenerated cellulose fiber (raw), Textile-grade viscose fiber, Non-woven viscose fiber (raw)
Real World Examples
Lenzing Viscose (raw bales), Birla Cellulose (raw bales), Sateri Viscose (raw bales), Grasim Industries Viscose (raw bales), China Hi-Tech Group (CHTC) viscose fiber
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 550700 (carded/combed artificial staple fibres) if the processing stage is not accurately determined, or 550311 (polyester staple fibres, not carded) if the material type is mistaken.
Products Classified Under 5504.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, Indonesia, and Austria are major producers and exporters, supplying spinning mills worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 550410?
HS code 550410 covers: Fibres; artificial staple fibres, of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning. This HS code covers artificial staple fibres of viscose, specifically those that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning. This represents the raw, unprocessed form of viscose staple fiber, typically supplied in large bales. It is a fundamental raw material for the textile industry, serving as the primary input for spinning mills that transform it into yarn. Viscose staple fiber is highly valued for its softness, absorbency, and breathability, making it a popular choice for blending with other fibers or for use in 100% viscose yarns for apparel, home textiles, and non-woven applications. Importers are predominantly spinning mills and textile manufacturers, while exporters are major chemical fiber producers. The 'unprocessed' nature means it requires further mechanical treatment before it can be spun into yarn.
What products fall under HS code 550410?
Viscose staple fiber (raw), Rayon staple fiber (uncarded), Unprocessed viscose fiber, Bulk viscose fiber, Regenerated cellulose fiber (raw), Textile-grade viscose fiber, Non-woven viscose fiber (raw)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 550410?
Often confused with 550700 (carded/combed artificial staple fibres) if the processing stage is not accurately determined, or 550311 (polyester staple fibres, not carded) if the material type is mistaken.
How is HS code 550410 structured?
HS code 550410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.