HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5515.13 – Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair
HS code 5515.13 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. It is used for polyester-wool suiting fabric, blended coat fabric, polyester-wool flannel, blended blanket material and polyester-wool tweed.
What HS 5515.13 covers
This category includes woven fabrics made from polyester staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not elsewhere specified in Chapter 55. These blends are highly valued in international trade for combining the natural warmth, luxurious feel, and breathability of wool with the durability, wrinkle resistance, and affordability of polyester. They are extensively used in the production of high-quality suiting, coats, blankets, and other outerwear. Importers are typically high-end apparel manufacturers, fashion brands, and textile distributors seeking fabrics that offer a premium aesthetic and performance, balancing natural fiber benefits with synthetic practicality. The trade reflects a global demand for sophisticated and long-lasting textile products.
- Covers
- Polyester-wool suiting fabric
- Blended coat fabric
- Polyester-wool flannel
- Blended blanket material
- Polyester-wool tweed
- Examples
- Brooks Brothers (wool blend suits)
- Hugo Boss (suiting fabrics)
- Pendleton (some blended blankets)
- Loro Piana (high-end wool blends)
Codes often confused with 5515.13
Common mistake. Often confused with pure wool fabrics (Chapter 51) or other polyester blends like 551511. The specific blend with 'wool or fine animal hair' is the key differentiator, setting it apart from other fiber compositions.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551513, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551513 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 10% 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 $168M 38% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $48M 11% of world exports
- 3 India $42M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $437M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$44M 10% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $26M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $25M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $431M 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 5515.13
Brazil does not split HS 5515.13: its NCM code is 5515.13.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 55.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5515.13
What is HS code 551513?
HS code 551513 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. This category includes woven fabrics made from polyester staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not elsewhere specified in Chapter 55. These blends are highly valued in international trade for combining the natural warmth, luxurious feel, and breathability of wool with the durability, wrinkle resistance, and affordability of polyester. They are extensively used in the production of high-quality suiting, coats, blankets, and other outerwear. Importers are typically high-end apparel manufacturers, fashion brands, and textile distributors seeking fabrics that offer a premium aesthetic and performance, balancing natural fiber benefits with synthetic practicality. The trade reflects a global demand for sophisticated and long-lasting textile products.
What products fall under HS code 551513?
Polyester-wool suiting fabric, blended coat fabric, polyester-wool flannel, blended blanket material, polyester-wool tweed
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551513?
Often confused with pure wool fabrics (Chapter 51) or other polyester blends like 551511. The specific blend with 'wool or fine animal hair' is the key differentiator, setting it apart from other fiber compositions.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551513?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551513 in UN Comtrade data were China ($168M, 38% of world exports), Türkiye ($48M) and India ($42M). World exports came to about $437M, 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 551513?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551513 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $44M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($26M) and Indonesia ($25M). World imports came to about $431M, 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 551513 structured?
HS code 551513 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551513?
In Brazil, HS code 551513 is NCM 5515.13.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.