About HS Code 551591
This code encompasses woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibers (excluding acrylic/modacrylic) that are predominantly blended with man-made filaments. This typically involves polyester, nylon, or polypropylene staple fibers mixed with their filament counterparts or other man-made filaments like rayon or acetate. These blends are meticulously engineered to achieve specific performance characteristics such as enhanced durability, wrinkle resistance, moisture-wicking properties, and improved drape, often at a competitive cost. They are extensively used in activewear, workwear, linings, and various industrial applications, including automotive textiles. Major importers include apparel manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and home furnishing companies, while exporters are large-scale textile producers, particularly in Asia. The versatility and cost-effectiveness of these blends make them a staple in global textile trade.
Products Under This Code
Polyester staple/filament blend suiting, Nylon staple/filament blend activewear fabric, Polypropylene staple/filament industrial fabric, Blended lining fabric, Technical outerwear fabric, Workwear fabric (synthetic blend), Automotive interior fabric
Real World Examples
Cordura (some blends), Gore-Tex (base fabrics), specific performance fabrics from companies like Invista or Toray, automotive textile suppliers like Lear Corporation
Common Misclassification
Frequently confused with 551521 (acrylic/modacrylic staple with man-made filaments) if the specific synthetic staple fiber isn't identified, or with codes for 100% synthetic filament fabrics (Chapter 54) if the staple component is overlooked.
Products Classified Under 5515.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, Vietnam, and India are dominant exporters of these versatile synthetic blends, with significant imports by the EU, USA, and Southeast Asian apparel hubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551591?
HS code 551591 covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. This code encompasses woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibers (excluding acrylic/modacrylic) that are predominantly blended with man-made filaments. This typically involves polyester, nylon, or polypropylene staple fibers mixed with their filament counterparts or other man-made filaments like rayon or acetate. These blends are meticulously engineered to achieve specific performance characteristics such as enhanced durability, wrinkle resistance, moisture-wicking properties, and improved drape, often at a competitive cost. They are extensively used in activewear, workwear, linings, and various industrial applications, including automotive textiles. Major importers include apparel manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and home furnishing companies, while exporters are large-scale textile producers, particularly in Asia. The versatility and cost-effectiveness of these blends make them a staple in global textile trade.
What products fall under HS code 551591?
Polyester staple/filament blend suiting, Nylon staple/filament blend activewear fabric, Polypropylene staple/filament industrial fabric, Blended lining fabric, Technical outerwear fabric, Workwear fabric (synthetic blend), Automotive interior fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551591?
Frequently confused with 551521 (acrylic/modacrylic staple with man-made filaments) if the specific synthetic staple fiber isn't identified, or with codes for 100% synthetic filament fabrics (Chapter 54) if the staple component is overlooked.
How is HS code 551591 structured?
HS code 551591 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.