About HS Code 551692
This HS code pertains to woven fabrics made from artificial staple fibres that have been uniformly dyed, presenting a solid color. These fabrics are finished goods, ready for immediate use in garment manufacturing, home textiles, or other applications. They are extensively traded by textile mills, fabric wholesalers, and apparel brands globally. Importers are typically garment factories and fashion houses seeking specific colors and fabric properties like drape, softness, and breathability for their collections. Exporters are often large-scale dyeing and finishing operations. The market for these fabrics is highly dynamic, driven by seasonal color trends, demand for specific fiber characteristics (e.g., the silky feel of viscose, the strength of lyocell), and the need for consistent color matching across production batches. Quality control for colorfastness and dye penetration is paramount in this trade.
Products Under This Code
Dyed viscose challis, colored modal jersey, dyed lyocell sateen, rayon crepe fabric (solid color), dyed acetate lining fabric, cupro twill (dyed)
Real World Examples
Inditex (Zara) dyed viscose dress fabric, H&M solid modal blouse fabric, Uniqlo rayon blend shirt fabric, Lenzing dyed Tencel fabric
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 551691 (unbleached/bleached) if the dyeing process is not clearly distinguished, or 551693 (yarns of different colors) if the fabric is not uniformly dyed but woven from pre-dyed yarns.
Products Classified Under 5516.92
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Major exporters include China, India, and Taiwan, while the EU, USA, and Southeast Asian garment hubs are primary importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551692?
HS code 551692 covers: Fabrics, woven; dyed, of artificial staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5516. This HS code pertains to woven fabrics made from artificial staple fibres that have been uniformly dyed, presenting a solid color. These fabrics are finished goods, ready for immediate use in garment manufacturing, home textiles, or other applications. They are extensively traded by textile mills, fabric wholesalers, and apparel brands globally. Importers are typically garment factories and fashion houses seeking specific colors and fabric properties like drape, softness, and breathability for their collections. Exporters are often large-scale dyeing and finishing operations. The market for these fabrics is highly dynamic, driven by seasonal color trends, demand for specific fiber characteristics (e.g., the silky feel of viscose, the strength of lyocell), and the need for consistent color matching across production batches. Quality control for colorfastness and dye penetration is paramount in this trade.
What products fall under HS code 551692?
Dyed viscose challis, colored modal jersey, dyed lyocell sateen, rayon crepe fabric (solid color), dyed acetate lining fabric, cupro twill (dyed)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551692?
Can be confused with 551691 (unbleached/bleached) if the dyeing process is not clearly distinguished, or 551693 (yarns of different colors) if the fabric is not uniformly dyed but woven from pre-dyed yarns.
How is HS code 551692 structured?
HS code 551692 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 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.