HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5514.21 – Fabrics, woven; plain weave, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2
HS code 5514.21 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, plain weave, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2. It is used for dyed polyester-cotton plain weave, heavyweight dyed poplin, uniform fabric (dyed), workwear shirting (dyed) and dyed blended canvas.
What HS 5514.21 covers
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.
- Covers
- Dyed polyester-cotton plain weave
- Heavyweight dyed poplin
- Uniform fabric (dyed)
- Workwear shirting (dyed)
- Dyed blended canvas
- Durable dyed broadcloth
- Heavy dyed sheeting
- 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
Codes often confused with 5514.21
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551421, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551421 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 32% 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 $82M 65% of world exports
- 2 United States $11M 8.5% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $7.5M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $127M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$35M 32% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Mexico $10M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$5.2M 4.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $109M 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 5514.21
Brazil does not split HS 5514.21: its NCM code is 5514.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 55.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5514.21
What is HS code 551421?
HS code 551421 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551421?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551421 in UN Comtrade data were China ($82M, 65% of world exports), the United States ($11M) and South Korea ($7.5M). World exports came to about $127M, 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 551421?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551421 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $35M, 32% of world imports), Mexico ($10M) and Bangladesh (about $5.2M). World imports came to about $109M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551421?
In Brazil, HS code 551421 is NCM 5514.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.