HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5513.11 – Fabrics, woven; plain weave, of polyester staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached
HS code 5513.11 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, plain weave, of polyester staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached. It is used for unbleached poly-cotton shirting, bleached polyester-cotton lining fabric, greige plain weave blend, undyed lightweight poly-cotton and raw polyester-cotton poplin.
What HS 5513.11 covers
This HS code identifies lightweight, plain weave fabrics made from polyester staple fibres blended mainly or solely with cotton, where the polyester content is less than 85% by weight, and the fabric is unbleached or bleached, not exceeding 170g/m2. These fabrics are fundamental intermediate goods for the global apparel industry, particularly for manufacturing shirting, linings, and other light garments. The blend of polyester and cotton offers a desirable balance of durability, wrinkle resistance from polyester, and the breathability and comfort of cotton. Major textile-producing nations like China, India, and Pakistan export these fabrics in large volumes to garment manufacturers in countries such as Bangladesh, Vietnam, and various EU nations. Key trade considerations include the specific polyester-cotton blend ratio, yarn count, and the fabric's suitability for subsequent dyeing and finishing processes.
- Covers
- Unbleached poly-cotton shirting
- Bleached polyester-cotton lining fabric
- Greige plain weave blend
- Undyed lightweight poly-cotton
- Raw polyester-cotton poplin
- Bleached poly-cotton sheeting
- Unfinished poly-cotton voile
- Examples
- Burlington Industries (base fabrics)
- Arvind Ltd. (poly-cotton blends)
- Raymond Ltd. (shirting fabrics)
- Vardhman Textiles (greige fabrics)
- Weiqiao Textile Company (base fabrics)
Codes often confused with 5513.11
Common mistake. Often confused with 551313, which covers other weaves of similar composition, or 551321, which is the dyed version of plain weave poly-cotton. The 'plain weave,' 'unbleached or bleached,' and 'less than 85% polyester mixed with cotton' are crucial for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551311, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551311 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $176M 57% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $35M 11% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $26M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $310M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$53M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Myanmar $26M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$17M 5.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $323M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 5513.11
Brazil does not split HS 5513.11: its NCM code is 5513.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 55.13 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5513.11
What is HS code 551311?
HS code 551311 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; plain weave, of polyester staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached. This HS code identifies lightweight, plain weave fabrics made from polyester staple fibres blended mainly or solely with cotton, where the polyester content is less than 85% by weight, and the fabric is unbleached or bleached, not exceeding 170g/m2. These fabrics are fundamental intermediate goods for the global apparel industry, particularly for manufacturing shirting, linings, and other light garments. The blend of polyester and cotton offers a desirable balance of durability, wrinkle resistance from polyester, and the breathability and comfort of cotton. Major textile-producing nations like China, India, and Pakistan export these fabrics in large volumes to garment manufacturers in countries such as Bangladesh, Vietnam, and various EU nations. Key trade considerations include the specific polyester-cotton blend ratio, yarn count, and the fabric's suitability for subsequent dyeing and finishing processes.
What products fall under HS code 551311?
Unbleached poly-cotton shirting, Bleached polyester-cotton lining fabric, Greige plain weave blend, Undyed lightweight poly-cotton, Raw polyester-cotton poplin, Bleached poly-cotton sheeting, Unfinished poly-cotton voile
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551311?
Often confused with 551313, which covers other weaves of similar composition, or 551321, which is the dyed version of plain weave poly-cotton. The 'plain weave,' 'unbleached or bleached,' and 'less than 85% polyester mixed with cotton' are crucial for correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551311?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551311 in UN Comtrade data were China ($176M, 57% of world exports), Pakistan ($35M) and Indonesia ($26M). World exports came to about $310M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 551311?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551311 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $53M, 17% of world imports), Myanmar ($26M) and Vietnam (about $17M). World imports came to about $323M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 551311 structured?
HS code 551311 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551311?
In Brazil, HS code 551311 is NCM 5513.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.