About HS Code 551693
This category covers woven fabrics made from artificial staple fibres where the patterns (like stripes, checks, or plaids) are created by weaving together yarns that have been dyed different colors prior to weaving. Unlike printed fabrics, the color is integral to the yarn, resulting in designs that are often more durable and have a distinct texture. These fabrics are highly valued in the fashion industry for shirting, dresses, and suiting, as well as in decorative textiles, due to their inherent colorfastness and sophisticated appearance. Key players in this trade include specialized textile mills capable of yarn dyeing and complex weaving, and fashion brands or garment manufacturers seeking premium, patterned materials. Trade considerations include the complexity of the weave, the quality of the yarn dyeing, and the overall design appeal, which is heavily influenced by current fashion trends.
Products Under This Code
Yarn-dyed viscose plaid fabric, striped modal shirting, checked lyocell suiting, gingham rayon fabric, multi-color acetate brocade, patterned cupro fabric
Real World Examples
Brooks Brothers yarn-dyed rayon blend shirt, Tommy Hilfiger patterned viscose dress, Burberry-style plaid fabric (artificial blend), Zara striped modal fabric
Common Misclassification
Distinct from 551692 (uniformly dyed) and 551694 (printed), as the color is integrated into the yarn before weaving, not applied to the finished fabric surface.
Products Classified Under 5516.93
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Turkey are significant producers, with the EU, USA, and Japan being major importers for fashion and home textiles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 551693?
HS code 551693 covers: Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, of artificial staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5516. This category covers woven fabrics made from artificial staple fibres where the patterns (like stripes, checks, or plaids) are created by weaving together yarns that have been dyed different colors prior to weaving. Unlike printed fabrics, the color is integral to the yarn, resulting in designs that are often more durable and have a distinct texture. These fabrics are highly valued in the fashion industry for shirting, dresses, and suiting, as well as in decorative textiles, due to their inherent colorfastness and sophisticated appearance. Key players in this trade include specialized textile mills capable of yarn dyeing and complex weaving, and fashion brands or garment manufacturers seeking premium, patterned materials. Trade considerations include the complexity of the weave, the quality of the yarn dyeing, and the overall design appeal, which is heavily influenced by current fashion trends.
What products fall under HS code 551693?
Yarn-dyed viscose plaid fabric, striped modal shirting, checked lyocell suiting, gingham rayon fabric, multi-color acetate brocade, patterned cupro fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551693?
Distinct from 551692 (uniformly dyed) and 551694 (printed), as the color is integrated into the yarn before weaving, not applied to the finished fabric surface.
How is HS code 551693 structured?
HS code 551693 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.