About HS Code 551691
This category covers woven fabrics made from artificial staple fibres that are in their unbleached or bleached state, meaning they have not yet been dyed, printed, or woven with pre-colored yarns. These 'greige' or 'prepared for dyeing' fabrics are crucial intermediate goods in the textile supply chain. They are primarily traded between large textile mills that specialize in weaving and finishing houses or garment manufacturers that perform subsequent dyeing, printing, and cutting. Importers are often looking for cost-effective base materials to customize according to fashion trends or specific product requirements. Exporters benefit from economies of scale in weaving. Key aspects for trade include the type of artificial fiber (e.g., viscose, modal, lyocell), the weave structure, and the fabric's readiness for further processing, ensuring consistent quality for subsequent treatments.
Products Under This Code
Unbleached viscose plain weave, bleached modal twill, raw lyocell sateen, greige rayon poplin, bleached acetate lining fabric, unbleached cupro fabric
Real World Examples
Lenzing Ecovero greige fabric, Birla Cellulose bleached fabric, Sateri unbleached viscose fabric, Eastman Naia greige fabric
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 551692 (dyed fabrics) or 551694 (printed fabrics) if the fabric has undergone further processing, or 5515 (other woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres) if not specifically 'n.e.c. in heading no. 5516'.
Products Classified Under 5516.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Indonesia are key producers, with Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey being major importers for further processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551691?
HS code 551691 covers: Fabrics, woven; unbleached or bleached, of artificial staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5516. This category covers woven fabrics made from artificial staple fibres that are in their unbleached or bleached state, meaning they have not yet been dyed, printed, or woven with pre-colored yarns. These 'greige' or 'prepared for dyeing' fabrics are crucial intermediate goods in the textile supply chain. They are primarily traded between large textile mills that specialize in weaving and finishing houses or garment manufacturers that perform subsequent dyeing, printing, and cutting. Importers are often looking for cost-effective base materials to customize according to fashion trends or specific product requirements. Exporters benefit from economies of scale in weaving. Key aspects for trade include the type of artificial fiber (e.g., viscose, modal, lyocell), the weave structure, and the fabric's readiness for further processing, ensuring consistent quality for subsequent treatments.
What products fall under HS code 551691?
Unbleached viscose plain weave, bleached modal twill, raw lyocell sateen, greige rayon poplin, bleached acetate lining fabric, unbleached cupro fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551691?
Often confused with 551692 (dyed fabrics) or 551694 (printed fabrics) if the fabric has undergone further processing, or 5515 (other woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres) if not specifically 'n.e.c. in heading no. 5516'.
How is HS code 551691 structured?
HS code 551691 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.