HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5515.29 – Fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.2
HS code 5515.29 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.2. It is used for acrylic-cotton blend shirting, modacrylic-linen blend drapery, acrylic-polyester blend upholstery, acrylic-silk blend decorative fabric and modacrylic-viscose blend apparel fabric.
What HS 5515.29 covers
This HS code serves as a 'catch-all' for woven fabrics made from acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers blended mainly or solely with other fibers not specifically covered in 5515.21 (man-made filaments) or 5515.22 (wool/fine animal hair). This allows for a diverse range of blends, potentially incorporating natural fibers like cotton, linen, or silk, or other synthetic staple fibers such as polyester or nylon, provided acrylic/modacrylic remains the primary synthetic staple. These fabrics are often developed for niche markets, offering unique performance characteristics by combining the inherent properties of acrylics (softness, warmth, dyeability) with the specific attributes of the other blended fiber. Trade in these goods is driven by specialized textile manufacturers creating innovative fabrics for various applications, from technical textiles to unique fashion pieces. Importers are typically brands seeking specific fabric functionalities or aesthetic qualities.
- Covers
- Acrylic-cotton blend shirting
- Modacrylic-linen blend drapery
- Acrylic-polyester blend upholstery
- Acrylic-silk blend decorative fabric
- Modacrylic-viscose blend apparel fabric
- Acrylic-bamboo blend fabric
- Technical acrylic blend fabric
- Examples
- Specific blends from textile innovators like Schoeller Textil (technical blends)
- Cone Denim (if they do acrylic blends)
- specialized fabric lines from smaller mills focusing on unique compositions
Codes often confused with 5515.29
Common mistake. Can be misclassified under 551599 (other synthetic staple fibers mixed with other fibers) if the specific acrylic/modacrylic content isn't identified, or under codes for the other blended fiber if its proportion is high.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551529, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551529 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 16% of world imports. Türkiye reports $372M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Vietnam 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 99% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Cambodia 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 81% of its imports here ($20M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $39M 27% of world exports
- 2 United States $38M 27% of world exports
- 3 China $12M 8.0% of world exports
Türkiye reports $372M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Vietnam 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 99% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $144M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $21M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $14M 11% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $12M 9.6% of world imports
Cambodia 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 81% of its imports here ($20M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $130M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5515.29
Brazil does not split HS 5515.29: its NCM code is 5515.29.00.
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 5515.29
What is HS code 551529?
HS code 551529 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.2. This HS code serves as a 'catch-all' for woven fabrics made from acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers blended mainly or solely with other fibers not specifically covered in 5515.21 (man-made filaments) or 5515.22 (wool/fine animal hair). This allows for a diverse range of blends, potentially incorporating natural fibers like cotton, linen, or silk, or other synthetic staple fibers such as polyester or nylon, provided acrylic/modacrylic remains the primary synthetic staple. These fabrics are often developed for niche markets, offering unique performance characteristics by combining the inherent properties of acrylics (softness, warmth, dyeability) with the specific attributes of the other blended fiber. Trade in these goods is driven by specialized textile manufacturers creating innovative fabrics for various applications, from technical textiles to unique fashion pieces. Importers are typically brands seeking specific fabric functionalities or aesthetic qualities.
What products fall under HS code 551529?
Acrylic-cotton blend shirting, Modacrylic-linen blend drapery, Acrylic-polyester blend upholstery, Acrylic-silk blend decorative fabric, Modacrylic-viscose blend apparel fabric, Acrylic-bamboo blend fabric, Technical acrylic blend fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551529?
Can be misclassified under 551599 (other synthetic staple fibers mixed with other fibers) if the specific acrylic/modacrylic content isn't identified, or under codes for the other blended fiber if its proportion is high.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551529?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551529 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($39M, 27% of world exports), the United States ($38M) and China ($12M). World exports came to about $144M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Türkiye reports $372M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Vietnam 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 99% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 551529?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551529 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($21M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($14M) and Indonesia ($12M). World imports came to about $130M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia 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 81% of its imports here ($20M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 551529 structured?
HS code 551529 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551529?
In Brazil, HS code 551529 is NCM 5515.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.