About HS Code 551299
This HS code covers a diverse range of woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres, excluding acrylic or modacrylic, and which are 'other than unbleached or bleached.' This means the fabrics have undergone further processing like dyeing, printing, or specialized finishing, making them semi-finished or finished goods. These materials are widely used across various industries, from performance apparel and activewear to industrial applications and home textiles, where specific colors, patterns, and functional attributes are required. Countries with advanced textile finishing capabilities, such as China, South Korea, and Taiwan, are major exporters, supplying to global apparel brands, industrial manufacturers, and home furnishing companies. The trade in these fabrics is driven by demand for specific aesthetic qualities and performance characteristics like water resistance, UV protection, or enhanced durability.
Products Under This Code
Dyed polyester staple fabric, Printed nylon staple fabric, Finished polypropylene fabric, Coated synthetic blend fabric, Water-resistant polyester fabric, UV-protected synthetic fabric, Flame-retardant synthetic fabric
Real World Examples
Gore-Tex (outer layers), Cordura fabrics (finished versions), Polartec (some synthetic variants), Schoeller Textil (specialized synthetics), Invista Supplex fabrics
Common Misclassification
Can be mistaken for 551291, which covers the unbleached or bleached versions of these fabrics, or 551699, which pertains to woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres. The distinction lies in the 'other than unbleached or bleached' and the 'n.e.c.' for synthetic staple fibers.
Products Classified Under 5512.99
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, South Korea, and Taiwan are leading exporters, while the EU, US, and Southeast Asian garment manufacturers are significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551299?
HS code 551299 covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5512, other than unbleached or bleached. This HS code covers a diverse range of woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres, excluding acrylic or modacrylic, and which are 'other than unbleached or bleached.' This means the fabrics have undergone further processing like dyeing, printing, or specialized finishing, making them semi-finished or finished goods. These materials are widely used across various industries, from performance apparel and activewear to industrial applications and home textiles, where specific colors, patterns, and functional attributes are required. Countries with advanced textile finishing capabilities, such as China, South Korea, and Taiwan, are major exporters, supplying to global apparel brands, industrial manufacturers, and home furnishing companies. The trade in these fabrics is driven by demand for specific aesthetic qualities and performance characteristics like water resistance, UV protection, or enhanced durability.
What products fall under HS code 551299?
Dyed polyester staple fabric, Printed nylon staple fabric, Finished polypropylene fabric, Coated synthetic blend fabric, Water-resistant polyester fabric, UV-protected synthetic fabric, Flame-retardant synthetic fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551299?
Can be mistaken for 551291, which covers the unbleached or bleached versions of these fabrics, or 551699, which pertains to woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres. The distinction lies in the 'other than unbleached or bleached' and the 'n.e.c.' for synthetic staple fibers.
How is HS code 551299 structured?
HS code 551299 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.