About HS Code 551643
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 cotton. These fabrics are characterized by patterns like checks, stripes, or plaids, created by weaving pre-dyed yarns. The blend combines the natural comfort, breathability, and absorbency of cotton with the enhanced durability, wrinkle resistance, and often better colorfastness of artificial staple fibers. They are highly popular in casual wear, shirting, and home textiles, offering visual interest and a sophisticated aesthetic without relying on post-weaving printing. Importers include global apparel brands, fashion retailers, and home textile manufacturers. Exporters are often specialized mills known for their intricate weaving and yarn-dyeing capabilities.
Products Under This Code
Yarn-dyed polyester-cotton checks, striped viscose-cotton shirting, plaid rayon-cotton flannel, multi-color modal-cotton blend, patterned synthetic-cotton chambray, gingham blended fabric, seersucker cotton blend
Real World Examples
Brooks Brothers yarn-dyed shirts, Ralph Lauren polo shirts (if blended), specific patterned fabrics from textile mills like Alok Industries, Raymond, Tommy Hilfiger blended shirting
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 551642 (dyed) or 551644 (printed) if the method of color application (yarn-dyeing vs. piece-dyeing or printing) is not correctly identified. Also, 5208 (woven fabrics of cotton, containing >= 85% cotton) if the artificial staple fiber content is underestimated.
Products Classified Under 5516.43
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
India, China, and Turkey are key exporters of these yarn-dyed cotton-blend fabrics, with global apparel brands and retailers being major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551643?
HS code 551643 covers: Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton. 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 cotton. These fabrics are characterized by patterns like checks, stripes, or plaids, created by weaving pre-dyed yarns. The blend combines the natural comfort, breathability, and absorbency of cotton with the enhanced durability, wrinkle resistance, and often better colorfastness of artificial staple fibers. They are highly popular in casual wear, shirting, and home textiles, offering visual interest and a sophisticated aesthetic without relying on post-weaving printing. Importers include global apparel brands, fashion retailers, and home textile manufacturers. Exporters are often specialized mills known for their intricate weaving and yarn-dyeing capabilities.
What products fall under HS code 551643?
Yarn-dyed polyester-cotton checks, striped viscose-cotton shirting, plaid rayon-cotton flannel, multi-color modal-cotton blend, patterned synthetic-cotton chambray, gingham blended fabric, seersucker cotton blend
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551643?
Can be confused with 551642 (dyed) or 551644 (printed) if the method of color application (yarn-dyeing vs. piece-dyeing or printing) is not correctly identified. Also, 5208 (woven fabrics of cotton, containing >= 85% cotton) if the artificial staple fiber content is underestimated.
How is HS code 551643 structured?
HS code 551643 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 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.