HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5514.49 – Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2
HS code 5514.49 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2. It is used for printed cotton-nylon blend fabric, printed cotton-acrylic blend fabric, printed cotton-rayon staple blend, printed heavy shirting (non-poly) and printed workwear fabric (non-poly).
What HS 5514.49 covers
This HS code covers heavyweight woven fabrics, exceeding 170 g/m², that are printed and contain less than 85% synthetic staple fibres, specifically excluding polyesters, mixed mainly or solely with cotton. This category is important for textiles where the specific properties of non-polyester synthetics (like nylon, acrylic, or rayon staple) are desired in combination with cotton, offering different performance characteristics than polyester blends. These fabrics find applications in specialized apparel, outdoor gear, and durable home textiles. Importers include manufacturers seeking specific fabric performance, such as those in the sportswear or workwear industries in countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are typically textile producers in countries with diverse synthetic fibre production and advanced printing capabilities, such as China, India, and Taiwan. Key considerations include the unique attributes imparted by the non-polyester synthetic component (e.g., abrasion resistance from nylon, softness from acrylic), combined with the comfort of cotton and the visual appeal of printing.
- Covers
- Printed cotton-nylon blend fabric
- Printed cotton-acrylic blend fabric
- Printed cotton-rayon staple blend
- Printed heavy shirting (non-poly)
- Printed workwear fabric (non-poly)
- Printed outdoor fabric
- Printed upholstery fabric (non-poly)
- Examples
- Printed cotton-nylon blend for durable jackets
- printed cotton-acrylic blend for warm apparel
- printed heavy cotton-rayon blend for fashion items
- specialized printed fabrics for outdoor furniture
Codes often confused with 5514.49
Common mistake. This code is crucial for distinguishing printed fabrics with non-polyester synthetic blends from those containing polyester (551441, 551442, 551443). Misclassification can occur if the specific type of synthetic fibre is not correctly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551449, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551449 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 74% 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 $22M 26% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $11M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $10M 12% of world exports
World total: $84M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Myanmar $380M 74% of world imports
- 2 Kazakhstan $50M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$12M 2.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $514M 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 5514.49
Brazil does not split HS 5514.49: its NCM code is 5514.49.00.
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 5514.49
What is HS code 551449?
HS code 551449 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2. This HS code covers heavyweight woven fabrics, exceeding 170 g/m², that are printed and contain less than 85% synthetic staple fibres, specifically excluding polyesters, mixed mainly or solely with cotton. This category is important for textiles where the specific properties of non-polyester synthetics (like nylon, acrylic, or rayon staple) are desired in combination with cotton, offering different performance characteristics than polyester blends. These fabrics find applications in specialized apparel, outdoor gear, and durable home textiles. Importers include manufacturers seeking specific fabric performance, such as those in the sportswear or workwear industries in countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are typically textile producers in countries with diverse synthetic fibre production and advanced printing capabilities, such as China, India, and Taiwan. Key considerations include the unique attributes imparted by the non-polyester synthetic component (e.g., abrasion resistance from nylon, softness from acrylic), combined with the comfort of cotton and the visual appeal of printing.
What products fall under HS code 551449?
Printed cotton-nylon blend fabric, printed cotton-acrylic blend fabric, printed cotton-rayon staple blend, printed heavy shirting (non-poly), printed workwear fabric (non-poly), printed outdoor fabric, printed upholstery fabric (non-poly)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551449?
This code is crucial for distinguishing printed fabrics with non-polyester synthetic blends from those containing polyester (551441, 551442, 551443). Misclassification can occur if the specific type of synthetic fibre is not correctly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551449?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551449 in UN Comtrade data were China ($22M, 26% of world exports), Belgium ($11M) and Germany ($10M). World exports came to about $84M, 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 551449?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551449 in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($380M, 74% of world imports), Kazakhstan ($50M) and Russia (about $12M). World imports came to about $514M, 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 551449 structured?
HS code 551449 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551449?
In Brazil, HS code 551449 is NCM 5514.49.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.