About HS Code 551421
This code covers heavier weight, plain weave fabrics, exceeding 170g/m2, that have been piece-dyed and contain less than 85% polyester staple fibers blended predominantly with cotton. These fabrics are highly valued for their robust nature and consistent, solid color, making them suitable for durable apparel like workwear, uniforms, trousers, and heavier shirting, as well as certain home textile applications. The dyeing process ensures uniform color penetration and good colorfastness, which is crucial for professional and long-lasting garments. Importers are typically garment manufacturers, uniform suppliers, and textile distributors who require pre-dyed, substantial fabrics for their production lines. Exporters are large-scale textile mills with advanced dyeing and finishing capabilities. Key trade considerations include colorfastness, shrinkage control, and the fabric's overall durability and consistent hand feel, ensuring it meets industrial and consumer standards.
Products Under This Code
Dyed polyester-cotton plain weave, Heavyweight dyed poplin, Uniform fabric (dyed), Workwear shirting (dyed), Dyed blended canvas, Durable dyed broadcloth, Heavy dyed sheeting
Real World Examples
Dickies dyed workwear fabric, Carhartt uniform fabric, Levi's dyed twill (if plain weave), Hanes dyed heavy T-shirt fabric, IKEA dyed furniture fabric
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 551411 (unbleached/bleached) or 551321 (lighter weight dyed fabrics), as the key differentiators are the dyeing process and the fabric's weight.
Products Classified Under 5514.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers include Vietnam and Bangladesh for garment production, with China and India being primary exporters of these dyed, heavier fabrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551421?
HS code 551421 covers: Fabrics, woven; plain weave, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2. This code covers heavier weight, plain weave fabrics, exceeding 170g/m2, that have been piece-dyed and contain less than 85% polyester staple fibers blended predominantly with cotton. These fabrics are highly valued for their robust nature and consistent, solid color, making them suitable for durable apparel like workwear, uniforms, trousers, and heavier shirting, as well as certain home textile applications. The dyeing process ensures uniform color penetration and good colorfastness, which is crucial for professional and long-lasting garments. Importers are typically garment manufacturers, uniform suppliers, and textile distributors who require pre-dyed, substantial fabrics for their production lines. Exporters are large-scale textile mills with advanced dyeing and finishing capabilities. Key trade considerations include colorfastness, shrinkage control, and the fabric's overall durability and consistent hand feel, ensuring it meets industrial and consumer standards.
What products fall under HS code 551421?
Dyed polyester-cotton plain weave, Heavyweight dyed poplin, Uniform fabric (dyed), Workwear shirting (dyed), Dyed blended canvas, Durable dyed broadcloth, Heavy dyed sheeting
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551421?
Can be confused with 551411 (unbleached/bleached) or 551321 (lighter weight dyed fabrics), as the key differentiators are the dyeing process and the fabric's weight.
How is HS code 551421 structured?
HS code 551421 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.