About HS Code 600542
This HS code covers warp knit fabrics made from artificial fibers that have been uniformly dyed to a solid color. These fabrics combine the desirable properties of artificial fibers—such as softness, excellent drape, and breathability—with a finished aesthetic, making them ready for immediate use in apparel, linings, and decorative applications. They are particularly valued in fashion for their luxurious feel and vibrant color retention. Importers are typically garment manufacturers, fashion brands, and home textile producers seeking high-quality, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing fabrics. Exporters are textile mills with dyeing capabilities specializing in artificial fibers. Key considerations for trade include color fastness, shade consistency, and compliance with environmental standards for dyeing processes.
Products Under This Code
Dyed viscose jersey, colored modal tricot, dyed cupro lining, solid color lyocell knit, dyed rayon activewear fabric, intimate apparel fabric (dyed artificial), dyed Tencel knit
Real World Examples
Tencel (Lyocell) dyed fabric, Lenzing Modal dyed fabric, Bemberg (Cupro) dyed lining, dyed viscose fashion fabric from Ecovero, dyed rayon challis
Common Misclassification
Similar to 600541 (bleached/unbleached) but distinguished by the dyeing process, and 600543 (yarns of different colors) if the color is not uniform.
Products Classified Under 6005.42
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Turkey are major exporters; USA, EU countries, and Japan are significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 600542?
HS code 600542 covers: Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, dyed. This HS code covers warp knit fabrics made from artificial fibers that have been uniformly dyed to a solid color. These fabrics combine the desirable properties of artificial fibers—such as softness, excellent drape, and breathability—with a finished aesthetic, making them ready for immediate use in apparel, linings, and decorative applications. They are particularly valued in fashion for their luxurious feel and vibrant color retention. Importers are typically garment manufacturers, fashion brands, and home textile producers seeking high-quality, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing fabrics. Exporters are textile mills with dyeing capabilities specializing in artificial fibers. Key considerations for trade include color fastness, shade consistency, and compliance with environmental standards for dyeing processes.
What products fall under HS code 600542?
Dyed viscose jersey, colored modal tricot, dyed cupro lining, solid color lyocell knit, dyed rayon activewear fabric, intimate apparel fabric (dyed artificial), dyed Tencel knit
What are common misclassifications for HS code 600542?
Similar to 600541 (bleached/unbleached) but distinguished by the dyeing process, and 600543 (yarns of different colors) if the color is not uniform.
How is HS code 600542 structured?
HS code 600542 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (60) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.