HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5516.22 – Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments
HS code 5516.22 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. It is used for dyed polyester-rayon dress fabric, dyed nylon-viscose blouse material, dyed modal-acetate lining, dyed cupro-lyocell suiting and dyed synthetic blend shirting.
What HS 5516.22 covers
This HS code covers woven fabrics that are dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, and are mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. These versatile blended textiles are crucial in the global apparel and home furnishings industries, offering a balance of aesthetics, durability, and cost-effectiveness. The dyeing process, applied after weaving, ensures a uniform color across the fabric. Major importers include fashion brands, garment manufacturers, and textile converters seeking materials for dresses, blouses, linings, and decorative items. Exporters are typically large textile mills in Asia and Europe, leveraging advanced blending and dyeing technologies. Key things to know include the specific blend ratio, the type of artificial staple fiber (e.g., viscose, modal, lyocell) and man-made filament (e.g., polyester, nylon), and the dyeing method, all of which impact the fabric's final properties and market value.
- Covers
- Dyed polyester-rayon dress fabric
- Dyed nylon-viscose blouse material
- Dyed modal-acetate lining
- Dyed cupro-lyocell suiting
- Dyed synthetic blend shirting
- Dyed blended upholstery fabric
- Dyed mixed fiber curtain material
- Examples
- Zara dyed blended dresses
- H&M dyed synthetic blouses
- Uniqlo blended innerwear fabrics
- specific dyed fabric lines from Lenzing
- Invista blended fabrics
Codes often confused with 5516.22
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 551612 (unbleached or bleached) or 551623 (of yarns of different colours) due to similar fiber content but different finishing stages. It might also be mistaken for 5407 (woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn) if the artificial staple fiber component is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551622, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551622 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 47% 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 $323M 70% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $31M 6.7% of world exports
- 3 Spain $24M 5.2% of world exports
World total: $459M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $295M 47% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$45M 7.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$43M 6.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $631M 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 5516.22
Brazil does not split HS 5516.22: its NCM code is 5516.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 55.16 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5516.22
What is HS code 551622?
HS code 551622 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. This HS code covers woven fabrics that are dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, and are mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. These versatile blended textiles are crucial in the global apparel and home furnishings industries, offering a balance of aesthetics, durability, and cost-effectiveness. The dyeing process, applied after weaving, ensures a uniform color across the fabric. Major importers include fashion brands, garment manufacturers, and textile converters seeking materials for dresses, blouses, linings, and decorative items. Exporters are typically large textile mills in Asia and Europe, leveraging advanced blending and dyeing technologies. Key things to know include the specific blend ratio, the type of artificial staple fiber (e.g., viscose, modal, lyocell) and man-made filament (e.g., polyester, nylon), and the dyeing method, all of which impact the fabric's final properties and market value.
What products fall under HS code 551622?
Dyed polyester-rayon dress fabric, dyed nylon-viscose blouse material, dyed modal-acetate lining, dyed cupro-lyocell suiting, dyed synthetic blend shirting, dyed blended upholstery fabric, dyed mixed fiber curtain material
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551622?
This code can be confused with 551612 (unbleached or bleached) or 551623 (of yarns of different colours) due to similar fiber content but different finishing stages. It might also be mistaken for 5407 (woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn) if the artificial staple fiber component is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551622?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551622 in UN Comtrade data were China ($323M, 70% of world exports), Türkiye ($31M) and Spain ($24M). World exports came to about $459M, 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 551622?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551622 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($295M, 47% of world imports), Vietnam (about $45M) and Bangladesh (about $43M). World imports came to about $631M, 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 551622 structured?
HS code 551622 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551622?
In Brazil, HS code 551622 is NCM 5516.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.