Product classification
HS code for Artificial wool blend yarn: 5510.20
Yarn, (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale.
Classification of artificial wool blend yarn under HS 5510.20
HS 551020 is specifically assigned to yarn, excluding sewing thread, composed of artificial staple fibres mixed predominantly or exclusively with wool or fine animal hair. A crucial condition for this classification is that the yarn is "not put up for retail sale," indicating it is typically in bulk form for industrial use. This heading precisely defines the blend composition, requiring a significant or sole presence of wool or fine animal hair alongside artificial staple fibres. The classification ensures that yarns with this specific blend and industrial presentation are accurately categorized, distinguishing them from yarns made purely of artificial fibres, pure wool, or those packaged for direct consumer purchase, thereby supporting precise trade data for the textile manufacturing sector.
- Covers
- Yarn of viscose staple fibres mixed mainly with wool
- Yarn of acrylic staple fibres mixed mainly with cashmere
- Yarn of modal staple fibres mixed solely with mohair
- Industrial-grade yarn blends of artificial fibres and wool for knitting
- Yarn of artificial staple fibres blended with fine animal hair for weaving
- Other yarn blends of artificial staple fibres and wool/fine animal hair, not for retail.
- Also under 5510.20
- Südwolle Group blended yarns
- Novita Nalle yarn (industrial bulk)
- Schoeller Spinning Group blends
- Consinee Group blended yarns
- Filpucci blended yarns
Codes often confused with 5510.20
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for artificial wool blend yarn often occur with yarns of different compositions or presentations. HS 5509 covers yarn made solely of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale. The key differentiator for 551020 is the specific blend with wool or fine animal hair. If the yarn contains no wool or fine animal hair, it belongs to 5509. Conversely, HS 5107 covers yarn made solely of wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale. If the artificial fibre component is minor or negligible, confusion may arise, but 551020 applies when artificial staple fibres are a significant component in the blend. Furthermore, HS 5511 covers similar yarns of artificial staple fibres but specifically those put up for retail sale. The "not put up for retail sale" criterion is essential for distinguishing 551020 from 5511.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551020 (the code used for artificial wool blend yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551020 (the code used for artificial wool blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 46% 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 551020, not only artificial wool blend yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $17M 46% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $4.3M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $4.2M 11% of world exports
World total: $38M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $22M 46% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $5.0M 11% of world imports
- 3 Croatia $2.2M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $47M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 codes for artificial wool blend yarn
Brazil splits HS 5510.20 into 5 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5510.20.11Viscose yarn (not modal) mixed with wool/fine hair
- 5510.20.12Modal yarn mixed with wool or fine animal hair
- 5510.20.13Lyocell yarn mixed with wool or fine animal hair
- 5510.20.19Other cellulosic yarn mixed with wool or fine hair
- 5510.20.90Non-cellulose artificial yarn with wool/fine hair
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about artificial wool blend yarn
What is the HS code for Artificial wool blend yarn?
The HS code for Artificial wool blend yarn is 551020 (Yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale). The HS code for yarn of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale, is 551020.
How do I classify Artificial wool blend yarn for customs?
Artificial wool blend yarn is classified under HS code 551020 — Yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial 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.
What does "not put up for retail sale" mean in the context of HS 551020?
In the context of HS 551020, "not put up for retail sale" signifies that the yarn is presented in large, industrial-sized packages, such as cones, bobbins, or hanks, typically exceeding 125 grams in weight, and without specific retail packaging, labels, or consumer-oriented information. This form is intended for bulk use by textile manufacturers for further processing into fabrics or garments, rather than for direct purchase by individual consumers for crafting or domestic use.
Which countries are the top exporters of artificial wool blend yarn (HS 551020)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551020 (the code used for artificial wool blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($17M, 46% of world exports), Hong Kong ($4.3M) and China ($4.2M). World exports came to about $38M, 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 artificial wool blend yarn (HS 551020)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551020 (the code used for artificial wool blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($22M, 46% of world imports), Hong Kong ($5.0M) and Croatia ($2.2M). World imports came to about $47M, 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 Artificial wool blend yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551020 for Artificial 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 artificial wool blend yarn in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 551020 into 5 NCM codes, so the right one for artificial wool blend yarn depends on the product's details: 5510.20.11 (Viscose yarn (not modal) mixed with wool/fine hair), 5510.20.12 (Modal yarn mixed with wool or fine animal hair), 5510.20.13 (Lyocell yarn mixed with wool or fine animal hair), 5510.20.19 (Other cellulosic yarn mixed with wool or fine hair), 5510.20.90 (Non-cellulose artificial yarn with wool/fine hair).