About HS Code 551329
This category includes lightweight woven fabrics (not exceeding 170g/m2) that are dyed and contain less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (excluding polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton. This encompasses blends like acrylic-cotton, viscose-cotton, or modal-cotton, offering a diverse range of textures and properties such as softness, breathability, and drape. These fabrics are traded globally for use in fashion apparel, children's wear, and light home textiles. Importers are typically garment manufacturers seeking specific aesthetic and functional qualities that these non-polyester synthetic-cotton blends provide, often for more specialized or comfort-focused clothing lines. The trade highlights the versatility of blended textiles in meeting varied market demands.
Products Under This Code
Dyed acrylic-cotton shirting, lightweight nylon-cotton blend, dyed viscose-cotton poplin, blended modal-cotton fabric, dyed lyocell-cotton voile
Real World Examples
Lenzing (Modal/Lyocell fibers used in blends), Invista (Nylon fibers in blends), various fashion brands using blended fabrics for comfort wear
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 551323 (polyester-cotton blends) or 551429 (heavier versions of similar blends). The key is 'other than polyesters' for the synthetic component and 'not exceeding 170g/m2' for weight.
Products Classified Under 5513.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Asian textile hubs like China, India, and Bangladesh are key exporters, serving global apparel and home textile markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551329?
HS code 551329 covers: Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2. This category includes lightweight woven fabrics (not exceeding 170g/m2) that are dyed and contain less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (excluding polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton. This encompasses blends like acrylic-cotton, viscose-cotton, or modal-cotton, offering a diverse range of textures and properties such as softness, breathability, and drape. These fabrics are traded globally for use in fashion apparel, children's wear, and light home textiles. Importers are typically garment manufacturers seeking specific aesthetic and functional qualities that these non-polyester synthetic-cotton blends provide, often for more specialized or comfort-focused clothing lines. The trade highlights the versatility of blended textiles in meeting varied market demands.
What products fall under HS code 551329?
Dyed acrylic-cotton shirting, lightweight nylon-cotton blend, dyed viscose-cotton poplin, blended modal-cotton fabric, dyed lyocell-cotton voile
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551329?
Can be confused with 551323 (polyester-cotton blends) or 551429 (heavier versions of similar blends). The key is 'other than polyesters' for the synthetic component and 'not exceeding 170g/m2' for weight.
How is HS code 551329 structured?
HS code 551329 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.