HS Code for Acrylic woven fabric

Acrylic woven fabric is classified under HS code 551229 because it specifically covers woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibres, provided they contain 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres. The description further specifies that this code applies to fabrics other than those that are unbleached or bleached, indicating a focus on finished or semi-finished woven materials. The high percentage of acrylic or modacrylic content is a critical determinant, distinguishing it from fabrics with lower concentrations or those made from different synthetic fibres.

Products Included

• Woven fabrics predominantly made of acrylic staple fibres for apparel manufacturing.
• Acrylic woven textiles for upholstery and home furnishings.
• Industrial woven fabrics composed mainly of modacrylic staple fibres.
• Outdoor and performance fabrics where acrylic or modacrylic content exceeds 85% by weight.
• Specialized woven materials for technical applications, meeting the fibre composition criteria.

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for acrylic woven fabric often occur with other synthetic woven fabrics. HS code 551219 covers woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, differing in the specific type of synthetic fibre. HS code 5515 pertains to other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, which typically applies when the acrylic or modacrylic content is less than 85% by weight, or when the fabric is a blend of various synthetic fibres not meeting the primary fibre threshold. Additionally, HS code 5509 covers yarns of synthetic staple fibres, which are raw materials for weaving, not the finished fabric itself.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Acrylic woven fabric?

The HS code for acrylic woven fabric, specifically those containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres and not unbleached or bleached, is 551229.

What is the significance of the "other than unbleached or bleached" clause in HS 551229?

The clause "other than unbleached or bleached" in HS 551229 indicates that this specific subheading is intended for woven fabrics that have undergone further processing beyond basic bleaching, such as dyeing, printing, or other finishing treatments. Unbleached or bleached fabrics of the same composition would typically fall under different, more specific subheadings within the broader 5512 category, if available, or a general category for basic fabrics.