HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5513.23 – Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2
HS code 5513.23 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2. It is used for dyed poly-cotton shirting, lightweight blended poplin, dyed polyester-cotton voile, blended dress fabric and dyed poly-cotton lawn.
What HS 5513.23 covers
This HS code covers lightweight woven fabrics (not exceeding 170g/m2) that are dyed and consist of a blend of polyester staple fibres (less than 85% by weight) mixed mainly or solely with cotton. These poly-cotton blends are highly sought after in international trade due to their balance of comfort, durability, wrinkle resistance, and affordability. They are extensively used in the apparel industry for items like shirts, blouses, and light dresses. Major importers include garment manufacturers in various countries who source these fabrics for mass production, leveraging the blend's properties to create versatile and easy-care clothing. The trade reflects a global supply chain focused on efficient and cost-effective textile production.
- Covers
- Dyed poly-cotton shirting
- Lightweight blended poplin
- Dyed polyester-cotton voile
- Blended dress fabric
- Dyed poly-cotton lawn
- Examples
- Ralph Lauren (blended shirts)
- Gap (poly-cotton apparel)
- H&M (lightweight blended garments)
- Uniqlo (some blended shirting)
Codes often confused with 5513.23
Common mistake. Often confused with 551321 (unbleached/bleached versions) or 551423 (heavier fabrics). The critical elements are 'dyed,' 'less than 85% polyester,' 'mixed mainly or solely with cotton,' and 'not exceeding 170g/m2'.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551323, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551323 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 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 $85M 62% of world exports
- 2 Japan $13M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $7.4M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $137M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Nigeria $23M 17% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$20M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$16M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $136M 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 codes for 5513.23 2
Brazil splits HS 5513.23 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5513.23.10 Dyed polycotton 3/4-thread twill, max 170 g/m²Em ponto sarjado, incluindo o diagonal, cuja relação de textura não seja superior a 4
- 5513.23.90 Other dyed polycotton fabric, max 170 g/m²Outros
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 5513.23
What is HS code 551323?
HS code 551323 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2. This HS code covers lightweight woven fabrics (not exceeding 170g/m2) that are dyed and consist of a blend of polyester staple fibres (less than 85% by weight) mixed mainly or solely with cotton. These poly-cotton blends are highly sought after in international trade due to their balance of comfort, durability, wrinkle resistance, and affordability. They are extensively used in the apparel industry for items like shirts, blouses, and light dresses. Major importers include garment manufacturers in various countries who source these fabrics for mass production, leveraging the blend's properties to create versatile and easy-care clothing. The trade reflects a global supply chain focused on efficient and cost-effective textile production.
What products fall under HS code 551323?
Dyed poly-cotton shirting, lightweight blended poplin, dyed polyester-cotton voile, blended dress fabric, dyed poly-cotton lawn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551323?
Often confused with 551321 (unbleached/bleached versions) or 551423 (heavier fabrics). The critical elements are 'dyed,' 'less than 85% polyester,' 'mixed mainly or solely with cotton,' and 'not exceeding 170g/m2'.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551323?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551323 in UN Comtrade data were China ($85M, 62% of world exports), Japan ($13M) and Thailand ($7.4M). World exports came to about $137M, 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 551323?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551323 in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($23M, 17% of world imports), Vietnam (about $20M) and Bangladesh (about $16M). World imports came to about $136M, 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 551323 structured?
HS code 551323 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 (23) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551323?
Brazil splits HS code 551323 into 2 NCM codes: 5513.23.10 (Dyed polycotton 3/4-thread twill, max 170 g/m²), 5513.23.90 (Other dyed polycotton fabric, max 170 g/m²). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.