HS Code for Cotton blend fabric

HS code 540783 applies to woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. This specific code is used when the fabric contains less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments and is mixed mainly or solely with cotton. Furthermore, the "83" suffix indicates that the fabric is made of yarns of different colors (yarn-dyed). Classification in Chapter 54 is driven by the presence of synthetic filaments as the predominant textile material by weight, even if cotton is a significant secondary component. If the fabric were predominantly cotton by weight (over 50%), it would typically shift to Chapter 52. The determination of "yarns of different colors" is critical; this refers to fabrics where the warp and weft are different colors or where individual yarns are dyed before weaving, creating patterns like stripes, checks, or madras. This code is common for durable apparel fabrics and upholstery that require the strength of synthetic filaments with the comfort of cotton.

Products Included

• Yarn-dyed polyester-cotton blend fabrics
• Striped synthetic filament and cotton woven fabric
• Checkered poly-cotton fabrics (<85% synthetic)
• Jacquard woven fabrics of multi-colored synthetic/cotton yarns

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with HS code 540782, which covers dyed fabrics of the same composition. The difference is that 540782 is for piece-dyed fabrics (dyed after weaving), while 540783 is for yarn-dyed fabrics. It is also confused with 5211, which covers woven fabrics of cotton mixed with man-made fibers where cotton predominates by weight.

FAQ

What is the HS code for this cotton blend fabric?

The HS code for woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, <85% synthetic, mixed with cotton, and yarn-dyed is 540783.

What if the fabric is printed instead of yarn-dyed?

If the fabric is printed, it would be classified under HS code 540784 instead of 540783.