Product classification
HS code for Acrylic wool blend yarn: 5509.61
Yarn, (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale.
Classification of acrylic wool blend yarn under HS 5509.61
HS code 550961 specifically classifies yarn, excluding sewing thread, composed of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres that are mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, and not put up for retail sale. This classification is precise, focusing on several key attributes: the product's form (yarn, not sewing thread), its primary synthetic fibre content (acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres), its specific blend composition (mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair), and its packaging (not for retail sale). The "not put up for retail sale" clause indicates that this yarn is typically in bulk form, intended for industrial use or further manufacturing processes, rather than for direct consumer purchase. This subheading is crucial for identifying semi-finished textile products that combine the properties of synthetic acrylic fibres with the natural characteristics of wool or fine animal hair.
- Covers
- Bulk acrylic-wool blend yarn
- Industrial acrylic-modacrylic and wool blend yarn
- Yarn of acrylic staple fibres mixed with fine animal hair (not for retail)
- Commercial quantities of modacrylic-wool blend yarn
- Also under 5509.61
- Dralon (acrylic/wool blends)
- Toray (acrylic blends)
- Huvis (acrylic staple fiber blends)
- Indorama Ventures (acrylic blends)
Codes often confused with 5509.61
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 551522, which covers woven fabrics of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. The fundamental distinction is that 550961 is for spun yarn, an intermediate product, whereas 551522 is for finished woven fabrics. Another potential area of confusion is with HS code 550962, which classifies yarn of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale. The key difference here is the blending material: 550961 specifies wool or fine animal hair, while 550962 specifies cotton. Accurate classification requires careful attention to both the product's form (yarn vs. fabric) and its precise fibre composition, as well as its packaging for industrial or retail use.
Top exporters and importers of HS 550961 (the code used for acrylic wool blend yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 550961 (the code used for acrylic wool blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 15% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 550961, not only acrylic wool blend yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $29M 28% of world exports
- 2 China $23M 22% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $12M 11% of world exports
World total: $104M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $13M 15% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$7.3M 8.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Türkiye $6.8M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $88M 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 acrylic wool blend yarn
Brazil classifies acrylic wool blend yarn under NCM 5509.61.00: HS 5509.61 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about acrylic wool blend yarn
What is the HS code for Acrylic wool blend yarn?
The HS code for Acrylic wool blend yarn is 550961 (Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale). The Harmonized System (HS) code for yarn (not sewing thread) of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, and not put up for retail sale, is 550961.
How do I classify Acrylic wool blend yarn for customs?
Acrylic wool blend yarn is classified under HS code 550961 — Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why is "not put up for retail sale" important for HS 550961?
The phrase "not put up for retail sale" is crucial because it indicates that the yarn is packaged in quantities and forms intended for industrial use or further manufacturing, such as weaving or knitting. This distinguishes it from smaller quantities of yarn packaged for consumer purchase, which would typically fall under different HS codes, often within subheading 5511, even if the fibre composition is similar.
Which countries are the top exporters of acrylic wool blend yarn (HS 550961)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 550961 (the code used for acrylic wool blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($29M, 28% of world exports), China ($23M) and Indonesia ($12M). World exports came to about $104M, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of acrylic wool blend yarn (HS 550961)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 550961 (the code used for acrylic wool blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($13M, 15% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $7.3M) and Türkiye ($6.8M). World imports came to about $88M, 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.
Is the HS code for Acrylic wool blend yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 550961 for Acrylic wool blend yarn is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for acrylic wool blend yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, acrylic wool blend yarn (HS 550961) is classified under NCM 5509.61.00.