About HS Code 551599
This broad category covers woven fabrics where synthetic staple fibers (excluding acrylic/modacrylic) are mixed mainly or solely with other fibers not specified elsewhere in heading 5515. This includes blends of polyester, nylon, or polypropylene staple fibers with natural fibers (e.g., cotton, linen, silk), wool, fine animal hair, or even other synthetic staple fibers. These fabrics are designed for a vast array of applications, leveraging the strengths of both synthetic and natural components – for instance, the breathability of cotton with the durability of polyester, or the warmth of wool with the easy care of nylon. Trade in these fabrics is driven by innovation in textile engineering, catering to diverse sectors from fashion and home textiles to specialized industrial uses. Importers range from large apparel brands to niche product manufacturers seeking specific functional or aesthetic qualities.
Products Under This Code
Polyester-cotton blend shirting, Nylon-wool blend outerwear, Polypropylene-linen blend upholstery, Polyester-rayon blend suiting, Synthetic staple-silk blend decorative fabric, Technical blend workwear fabric, Blended denim fabric
Real World Examples
Tencel (some blends), CORDURA NYCO (nylon-cotton blends), specific fabric lines from textile giants like Uniqlo (for their blended apparel), specialized military/workwear fabric suppliers
Common Misclassification
Often misclassified under codes for the predominant natural fiber (e.g., Chapter 52 for cotton) if the synthetic staple content is not accurately declared, or under 551591 if the 'other' fiber is mistaken for man-made filaments.
Products Classified Under 5515.99
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are major exporters, supplying these blended fabrics to global apparel and textile manufacturers, particularly in Europe and North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551599?
HS code 551599 covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5515. This broad category covers woven fabrics where synthetic staple fibers (excluding acrylic/modacrylic) are mixed mainly or solely with other fibers not specified elsewhere in heading 5515. This includes blends of polyester, nylon, or polypropylene staple fibers with natural fibers (e.g., cotton, linen, silk), wool, fine animal hair, or even other synthetic staple fibers. These fabrics are designed for a vast array of applications, leveraging the strengths of both synthetic and natural components – for instance, the breathability of cotton with the durability of polyester, or the warmth of wool with the easy care of nylon. Trade in these fabrics is driven by innovation in textile engineering, catering to diverse sectors from fashion and home textiles to specialized industrial uses. Importers range from large apparel brands to niche product manufacturers seeking specific functional or aesthetic qualities.
What products fall under HS code 551599?
Polyester-cotton blend shirting, Nylon-wool blend outerwear, Polypropylene-linen blend upholstery, Polyester-rayon blend suiting, Synthetic staple-silk blend decorative fabric, Technical blend workwear fabric, Blended denim fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551599?
Often misclassified under codes for the predominant natural fiber (e.g., Chapter 52 for cotton) if the synthetic staple content is not accurately declared, or under 551591 if the 'other' fiber is mistaken for man-made filaments.
How is HS code 551599 structured?
HS code 551599 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.