HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5516.33 – Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair
HS code 5516.33 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. It is used for yarn-dyed polyester-wool plaid, striped viscose-cashmere fabric, patterned acrylic-mohair blend, multi-color rayon-alpaca tweed and checked synthetic-wool suiting.
What HS 5516.33 covers
This HS code refers to woven fabrics made from yarns of different colors, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. These fabrics are distinguished by patterns like checks, plaids, or stripes, created by weaving pre-dyed yarns. The blend combines the natural elegance and warmth of wool or fine animal hair with the enhanced durability and pattern versatility of artificial staple fibers. They are highly prized in the luxury apparel sector for high-end suiting, blazers, and designer outerwear, where visual texture, sophisticated designs, and colorfastness are paramount. Importers include luxury fashion houses, bespoke tailors, and premium garment manufacturers. Exporters are often specialized mills known for their intricate weaving and yarn-dyeing capabilities.
- Covers
- Yarn-dyed polyester-wool plaid
- Striped viscose-cashmere fabric
- Patterned acrylic-mohair blend
- Multi-color rayon-alpaca tweed
- Checked synthetic-wool suiting
- Houndstooth blended fabric
- Glen check wool blend
- Examples
- Harris Tweed blends (if containing artificial staple)
- Abraham Moon & Sons patterned fabrics
- specific designer suiting fabrics from brands like Zegna
- Canali (if blended)
Codes often confused with 5516.33
Common mistake. Can be confused with 551632 (dyed) or 551634 (printed) if the method of color application (yarn-dyeing vs. piece-dyeing or printing) is not correctly identified. Also, 5111 (woven fabrics of carded wool or fine animal hair) if the artificial staple fiber content is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551633, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551633 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 56% 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 Italy $9.9M 34% of world exports
- 2 Chile $9.6M 33% of world exports
- 3 Spain $3.2M 11% of world exports
World total: $29M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Chile $20M 56% of world imports
- 2 Spain $3.5M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 France $1.8M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $36M 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 5516.33
Brazil does not split HS 5516.33: its NCM code is 5516.33.00.
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 5516.33
What is HS code 551633?
HS code 551633 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. This HS code refers to woven fabrics made from yarns of different colors, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. These fabrics are distinguished by patterns like checks, plaids, or stripes, created by weaving pre-dyed yarns. The blend combines the natural elegance and warmth of wool or fine animal hair with the enhanced durability and pattern versatility of artificial staple fibers. They are highly prized in the luxury apparel sector for high-end suiting, blazers, and designer outerwear, where visual texture, sophisticated designs, and colorfastness are paramount. Importers include luxury fashion houses, bespoke tailors, and premium garment manufacturers. Exporters are often specialized mills known for their intricate weaving and yarn-dyeing capabilities.
What products fall under HS code 551633?
Yarn-dyed polyester-wool plaid, striped viscose-cashmere fabric, patterned acrylic-mohair blend, multi-color rayon-alpaca tweed, checked synthetic-wool suiting, houndstooth blended fabric, glen check wool blend
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551633?
Can be confused with 551632 (dyed) or 551634 (printed) if the method of color application (yarn-dyeing vs. piece-dyeing or printing) is not correctly identified. Also, 5111 (woven fabrics of carded wool or fine animal hair) if the artificial staple fiber content is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551633?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551633 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($9.9M, 34% of world exports), Chile ($9.6M) and Spain ($3.2M). World exports came to about $29M, 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 551633?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551633 in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($20M, 56% of world imports), Spain ($3.5M) and France ($1.8M). World imports came to about $36M, 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 551633 structured?
HS code 551633 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551633?
In Brazil, HS code 551633 is NCM 5516.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.