HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5514.30 – Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2
HS code 5514.30 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2. It is used for yarn-dyed plaid fabric, striped cotton-blend shirting, heavy check fabric, woven jacquard upholstery fabric and multi-color workwear fabric.
What HS 5514.30 covers
This HS code covers woven fabrics characterized by their substantial weight (over 170 g/m²) and the use of yarns of different colors, creating patterns like plaids, stripes, or checks directly in the weave. The composition is critical: less than 85% synthetic staple fibres, primarily blended with cotton. This category is vital for fashion and home textiles where pre-patterned, durable fabrics are desired. Importers include apparel brands, textile converters, and furniture manufacturers in markets like the EU, USA, and Japan, seeking ready-to-cut materials. Exporters are typically textile powerhouses such as China, India, and Turkey, which possess advanced weaving and dyeing infrastructure. Key aspects include the complexity of weaving with multi-colored yarns, which adds value and design versatility, and the blend's ability to offer both the comfort of cotton and the resilience of synthetics. The weight makes them suitable for more structured garments or robust home furnishings.
- Covers
- Yarn-dyed plaid fabric
- Striped cotton-blend shirting
- Heavy check fabric
- Woven jacquard upholstery fabric
- Multi-color workwear fabric
- Patterned uniform fabric
- Heavy woven furnishing fabric
- Examples
- Brooks Brothers yarn-dyed oxford fabric
- Ralph Lauren plaid shirting
- upholstery fabric for sofas (e.g., from Kravet)
- heavy flannel shirt fabric
- patterned denim-like fabrics
Codes often confused with 5514.30
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 551429 (dyed after weaving) or 55144X series (printed fabrics), as the color patterns are formed by the yarns themselves during weaving. Confusion might arise with 551419 if the "of yarns of different colours" aspect is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551430, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551430 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 11% of world imports. Bangladesh 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 15% of its imports here ($995K, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $34M 41% of world exports
- 2 Italy $12M 14% of world exports
- 3 France $7.3M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $83M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$9.1M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $5.0M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$4.8M 5.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
Bangladesh 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 15% of its imports here ($995K, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $84M 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 5514.30 4
Brazil splits HS 5514.30 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5514.30.1 Of polyester staple fibresDe fibras descontínuas de poliéster Group
- 5514.30.11 Yarn-dyed polycotton plain weave, over 170 g/m²Em ponto de tafetá
- 5514.30.12 Yarn-dyed polycotton 3/4-thread twill over 170g/m²Em ponto sarjado, incluindo o diagonal, cuja relação de textura não seja superior a 4
- 5514.30.19 Other yarn-dyed polycotton fabric, over 170 g/m²Outros
- 5514.30.90 Other yarn-dyed synthetic/cotton, over 170 g/m²Outros
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 5514.30
What is HS code 551430?
HS code 551430 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2. This HS code covers woven fabrics characterized by their substantial weight (over 170 g/m²) and the use of yarns of different colors, creating patterns like plaids, stripes, or checks directly in the weave. The composition is critical: less than 85% synthetic staple fibres, primarily blended with cotton. This category is vital for fashion and home textiles where pre-patterned, durable fabrics are desired. Importers include apparel brands, textile converters, and furniture manufacturers in markets like the EU, USA, and Japan, seeking ready-to-cut materials. Exporters are typically textile powerhouses such as China, India, and Turkey, which possess advanced weaving and dyeing infrastructure. Key aspects include the complexity of weaving with multi-colored yarns, which adds value and design versatility, and the blend's ability to offer both the comfort of cotton and the resilience of synthetics. The weight makes them suitable for more structured garments or robust home furnishings.
What products fall under HS code 551430?
Yarn-dyed plaid fabric, striped cotton-blend shirting, heavy check fabric, woven jacquard upholstery fabric, multi-color workwear fabric, patterned uniform fabric, heavy woven furnishing fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551430?
This code is distinct from 551429 (dyed after weaving) or 55144X series (printed fabrics), as the color patterns are formed by the yarns themselves during weaving. Confusion might arise with 551419 if the "of yarns of different colours" aspect is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551430?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551430 in UN Comtrade data were China ($34M, 41% of world exports), Italy ($12M) and France ($7.3M). World exports came to about $83M, 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 551430?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551430 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $9.1M, 11% of world imports), China ($5.0M) and Bangladesh (about $4.8M). World imports came to about $84M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Bangladesh 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 15% of its imports here ($995K, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
How is HS code 551430 structured?
HS code 551430 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551430?
Brazil splits HS code 551430 into 4 NCM codes: 5514.30.11 (Yarn-dyed polycotton plain weave, over 170 g/m²), 5514.30.12 (Yarn-dyed polycotton 3/4-thread twill over 170g/m²), 5514.30.19 (Other yarn-dyed polycotton fabric, over 170 g/m²), 5514.30.90 (Other yarn-dyed synthetic/cotton, over 170 g/m²). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.