HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5513.19 – Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached
HS code 5513.19 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached. It is used for unbleached nylon-cotton blend, bleached acrylic-cotton fabric, greige synthetic-cotton blend, undyed lightweight modacrylic-cotton and raw polypropylene-cotton fabric.
What HS 5513.19 covers
This HS code covers lightweight, unbleached or bleached woven fabrics where synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters) are blended mainly or solely with cotton, with the synthetic content being less than 85% by weight, and not exceeding 170g/m2. This 'other than polyesters' distinction means it could include blends with nylon, acrylic, modacrylic, or other synthetic staple fibers, offering unique performance characteristics not found in polyester-cotton blends. These fabrics are important intermediate goods for specialized apparel, workwear, or technical textiles where specific properties like enhanced abrasion resistance (nylon), warmth (acrylic), or flame retardancy (modacrylic) are desired alongside cotton's comfort. Exporters are typically textile mills with diverse fiber processing capabilities, supplying to niche manufacturers globally. Trade in these materials is driven by demand for specialized functional attributes in their raw or basic state.
- Covers
- Unbleached nylon-cotton blend
- Bleached acrylic-cotton fabric
- Greige synthetic-cotton blend
- Undyed lightweight modacrylic-cotton
- Raw polypropylene-cotton fabric
- Bleached aramid-cotton blend
- Unfinished elastane-cotton blend
- Examples
- Invista Cordura NYCO (nylon-cotton)
- TenCate Tecasafe (modacrylic-cotton)
- Milliken & Company (specialty blends)
- DuPont Nomex (aramid-cotton blends)
- Schoeller Textil (technical blends)
Codes often confused with 5513.19
Common mistake. Can be confused with 551313 (polyester-cotton blends) if the specific synthetic fiber type is not correctly identified as 'other than polyesters.' Also, 551329 covers the dyed versions of these fabrics.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551319, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551319 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 73% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 91% of its exports here ($14M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 92% of its imports here ($14M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $13M 34% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$8.3M 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 France $3.6M 9.8% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 91% of its exports here ($14M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $37M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Myanmar $185M 73% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $17M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Uganda $8.9M 3.5% of world imports
Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 92% of its imports here ($14M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $253M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 5513.19
Brazil does not split HS 5513.19: its NCM code is 5513.19.00.
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 5513.19
What is HS code 551319?
HS code 551319 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached. This HS code covers lightweight, unbleached or bleached woven fabrics where synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters) are blended mainly or solely with cotton, with the synthetic content being less than 85% by weight, and not exceeding 170g/m2. This 'other than polyesters' distinction means it could include blends with nylon, acrylic, modacrylic, or other synthetic staple fibers, offering unique performance characteristics not found in polyester-cotton blends. These fabrics are important intermediate goods for specialized apparel, workwear, or technical textiles where specific properties like enhanced abrasion resistance (nylon), warmth (acrylic), or flame retardancy (modacrylic) are desired alongside cotton's comfort. Exporters are typically textile mills with diverse fiber processing capabilities, supplying to niche manufacturers globally. Trade in these materials is driven by demand for specialized functional attributes in their raw or basic state.
What products fall under HS code 551319?
Unbleached nylon-cotton blend, Bleached acrylic-cotton fabric, Greige synthetic-cotton blend, Undyed lightweight modacrylic-cotton, Raw polypropylene-cotton fabric, Bleached aramid-cotton blend, Unfinished elastane-cotton blend
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551319?
Can be confused with 551313 (polyester-cotton blends) if the specific synthetic fiber type is not correctly identified as 'other than polyesters.' Also, 551329 covers the dyed versions of these fabrics.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551319?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551319 in UN Comtrade data were China ($13M, 34% of world exports), Taiwan (about $8.3M) and France ($3.6M). World exports came to about $37M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 91% of its exports here ($14M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 551319?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551319 in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($185M, 73% of world imports), Indonesia ($17M) and Uganda ($8.9M). World imports came to about $253M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 92% of its imports here ($14M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 551319 structured?
HS code 551319 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551319?
In Brazil, HS code 551319 is NCM 5513.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.