HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5516.92 – Fabrics, woven; dyed, of artificial staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5516
HS code 5516.92 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, dyed, of artificial staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5516. It is used for dyed viscose challis, colored modal jersey, dyed lyocell sateen, rayon crepe fabric (solid color) and dyed acetate lining fabric.
What HS 5516.92 covers
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.
- Covers
- Dyed viscose challis
- Colored modal jersey
- Dyed lyocell sateen
- Rayon crepe fabric (solid color)
- Dyed acetate lining fabric
- Cupro twill (dyed)
- Examples
- Inditex (Zara) dyed viscose dress fabric
- H&M solid modal blouse fabric
- Uniqlo rayon blend shirt fabric
- Lenzing dyed Tencel fabric
Codes often confused with 5516.92
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551692, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551692 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 72% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 18% of world imports. Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $272M 72% of world exports
- 2 Spain $34M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $9.9M 2.6% of world exports
Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $375M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $66M 18% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$61M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Vietnam* ~$33M 9.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $363M 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 5516.92
Brazil does not split HS 5516.92: its NCM code is 5516.92.00.
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 5516.92
What is HS code 551692?
HS code 551692 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551692?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551692 in UN Comtrade data were China ($272M, 72% of world exports), Spain ($34M) and Türkiye ($9.9M). World exports came to about $375M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 551692?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551692 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($66M, 18% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $61M) and Vietnam (about $33M). World imports came to about $363M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551692?
In Brazil, HS code 551692 is NCM 5516.92.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.