HS Code for Carded wool blend fabric

Carded wool blend fabric is classified under HS code 5111.30 based on its specific material composition and the mechanical processing of the fibers. This code is part of Chapter 51, which covers wool, fine or coarse animal hair, and horsehair yarn and woven fabric. To fall under 5111.30, the fabric must be woven and consist of carded wool or carded fine animal hair. Carding is a mechanical process where fibers are opened and aligned into a web, resulting in a fuzzier, warmer, and more voluminous texture compared to the smoother finish of combed wool. Crucially, this classification applies when the wool content is less than 85% by weight and the wool is mixed mainly or solely with man-made staple fibers, such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon staple. The classification follows General Interpretative Rules (GIR) 1 and 6, focusing on the weight thresholds and the nature of the blend as defined in the legal notes of Section XI of the Harmonized System.

Products Included

• Woven fabrics of carded wool mixed with polyester staple fibers
• Carded fine animal hair fabrics blended with nylon staple
• Woolen flannels containing 60% carded wool and 40% synthetic staple
• Tweed fabrics made from carded wool and man-made fiber blends
• Overcoat fabrics of carded wool mixed with acrylic staple fibers

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with HS code 5111.11 or 5111.19, which are reserved for fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of wool. Another common error is classifying these goods under heading 5112, which is strictly for combed wool fabrics. Combed wool (worsted) is processed differently to create a smoother, stronger yarn. Additionally, if the man-made staple fiber content exceeds the wool content and the blend is not considered "mainly or solely" wool-based by weight in certain jurisdictions, importers might mistakenly look at Chapter 55 (man-made staple fibers), specifically 5515.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Carded wool blend fabric?

The HS code for woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool, mixed mainly or solely with man-made staple fibers, is 5111.30.

What is the difference between carded and combed wool in HS classification?

Carded wool (Heading 5111) has fibers that are loosened and aligned but retain a degree of randomness, creating a soft, fuzzy texture. Combed wool (Heading 5112) undergoes an additional combing process to remove short fibers and align long fibers parallel, resulting in a smooth, dense, and durable fabric.