About HS Code 551611
This HS code specifically targets woven fabrics composed of 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibers, such as viscose rayon, modal, lyocell, or cuprammonium rayon, in their unbleached or bleached state. These fabrics are highly prized for their soft hand, excellent drape, breathability, and absorbency, often mimicking the luxurious feel of natural fibers like silk or cotton but with enhanced dyeability and sometimes better wrinkle resistance. They are fundamental to the production of comfortable apparel, linings, and certain home textiles. Importers include fashion houses and garment manufacturers seeking sustainable or high-quality alternatives to natural fibers, while exporters are typically large-scale textile mills with advanced fiber processing capabilities. The 'unbleached or bleached' state indicates they are raw materials ready for further dyeing, printing, or finishing, making them crucial intermediates in the textile supply chain.
Products Under This Code
Unbleached viscose rayon fabric, Bleached modal shirting, Lyocell twill (unbleached), Cuprammonium rayon lining fabric, Viscose plain weave (bleached), Modal jersey fabric (unbleached), Lyocell sateen (bleached)
Real World Examples
Lenzing (Tencel, Modal, Ecovero), Birla Cellulose (Liva), specific unbleached/bleached fabrics from textile mills like Grasim Industries or Sateri
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 551612 (dyed) or 551614 (printed) if the fabric has undergone further processing, or with 5208 (cotton fabrics) due to similar hand feel if the fiber content isn't verified.
Products Classified Under 5516.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Indonesia are leading exporters of these artificial staple fiber fabrics, with significant imports by garment manufacturers in Vietnam, Bangladesh, and the EU.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551611?
HS code 551611 covers: Fabrics, woven; unbleached or bleached, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres. This HS code specifically targets woven fabrics composed of 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibers, such as viscose rayon, modal, lyocell, or cuprammonium rayon, in their unbleached or bleached state. These fabrics are highly prized for their soft hand, excellent drape, breathability, and absorbency, often mimicking the luxurious feel of natural fibers like silk or cotton but with enhanced dyeability and sometimes better wrinkle resistance. They are fundamental to the production of comfortable apparel, linings, and certain home textiles. Importers include fashion houses and garment manufacturers seeking sustainable or high-quality alternatives to natural fibers, while exporters are typically large-scale textile mills with advanced fiber processing capabilities. The 'unbleached or bleached' state indicates they are raw materials ready for further dyeing, printing, or finishing, making them crucial intermediates in the textile supply chain.
What products fall under HS code 551611?
Unbleached viscose rayon fabric, Bleached modal shirting, Lyocell twill (unbleached), Cuprammonium rayon lining fabric, Viscose plain weave (bleached), Modal jersey fabric (unbleached), Lyocell sateen (bleached)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551611?
Can be confused with 551612 (dyed) or 551614 (printed) if the fabric has undergone further processing, or with 5208 (cotton fabrics) due to similar hand feel if the fiber content isn't verified.
How is HS code 551611 structured?
HS code 551611 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.