About HS Code 551291
This HS code encompasses unbleached or bleached woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibres, where the synthetic content is 85% or more by weight, and the fibres are not specifically acrylic or modacrylic (which fall under 55122x). This category acts as a catch-all for high-content synthetic staple fiber fabrics in their raw or basic processed state, before any dyeing, printing, or extensive finishing. These fabrics are crucial intermediate goods for textile manufacturers globally, who then further process them into finished products. Major exporters are countries with large-scale textile mills, such as China, India, and Pakistan, while importers are often garment makers or home textile producers in regions like Southeast Asia and the EU, looking for base materials. Key trade considerations include the specific synthetic fiber type (e.g., polyester, nylon), weave structure, and suitability for various subsequent finishing processes.
Products Under This Code
Unbleached polyester staple fabric, Bleached nylon staple fabric, Unfinished polypropylene staple fabric, Raw synthetic blend fabric, Greige synthetic staple fabric, Undyed polyester-viscose blend fabric, Unprocessed aramid staple fabric
Real World Examples
Invista Cordura (base fabric), DuPont Sorona (base fabric), Toray polyester staple fabrics, Reliance Industries polyester staple fabrics, Indorama Ventures (base fabrics)
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 551299, which covers the dyed or printed versions of these fabrics, or 551211, which is specifically for unbleached/bleached polyester staple fabrics with 85%+ polyester. The 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere specified) and 'unbleached or bleached' are critical differentiators.
Products Classified Under 5512.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Pakistan are prominent exporters, with Vietnam, Bangladesh, and the EU being major importers for further processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551291?
HS code 551291 covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5512, unbleached or bleached. This HS code encompasses unbleached or bleached woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibres, where the synthetic content is 85% or more by weight, and the fibres are not specifically acrylic or modacrylic (which fall under 55122x). This category acts as a catch-all for high-content synthetic staple fiber fabrics in their raw or basic processed state, before any dyeing, printing, or extensive finishing. These fabrics are crucial intermediate goods for textile manufacturers globally, who then further process them into finished products. Major exporters are countries with large-scale textile mills, such as China, India, and Pakistan, while importers are often garment makers or home textile producers in regions like Southeast Asia and the EU, looking for base materials. Key trade considerations include the specific synthetic fiber type (e.g., polyester, nylon), weave structure, and suitability for various subsequent finishing processes.
What products fall under HS code 551291?
Unbleached polyester staple fabric, Bleached nylon staple fabric, Unfinished polypropylene staple fabric, Raw synthetic blend fabric, Greige synthetic staple fabric, Undyed polyester-viscose blend fabric, Unprocessed aramid staple fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551291?
Often confused with 551299, which covers the dyed or printed versions of these fabrics, or 551211, which is specifically for unbleached/bleached polyester staple fabrics with 85%+ polyester. The 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere specified) and 'unbleached or bleached' are critical differentiators.
How is HS code 551291 structured?
HS code 551291 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.