Product classification

HS code for Dyed poly-cotton blend: 5514.23

Fabrics, woven, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2, n.e.c. in heading no. 5514.

Classification of dyed poly-cotton blend under HS 5514.23

Classification of dyed poly-cotton blends under HS code 5514.23 is governed by the fiber composition and weight specifications outlined in Section XI of the Harmonized System. This code specifically applies to woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers. To fall under heading 5514, the fabric must contain less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibers (typically polyester) and must be mixed mainly or solely with cotton. Furthermore, the fabric weight must exceed 170 g/m2. The subheading 5514.23 is designated for fabrics that are "dyed" (colored in the piece) and possess a weave structure other than plain weave or 3-thread/4-thread twill. This "not elsewhere classified" (n.e.c.) status includes satin weaves, jacquard weaves, or complex dobby patterns. The use of staple fibers (fibers of discrete length) rather than continuous filaments is a critical distinction for Chapter 55 classification.

Covers
  • Dyed polyester-cotton satin weave fabrics (>170g/m2)
  • Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton dobby fabrics
  • Dyed jacquard fabrics with 65% polyester and 35% cotton
  • Dyed upholstery-grade poly-cotton blends exceeding 170g/m2
  • Woven dyed workwear fabrics with complex weaves
Also under 5514.23
  • Carhartt (workwear fabrics)
  • Dickies (uniform fabrics)
  • various upholstery fabric brands
  • military uniform suppliers

Codes often confused with 5514.23

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 5513.23, which covers similar dyed poly-cotton blends but with a weight of 170 g/m2 or less. It is also confused with 5514.21 (plain weave) and 5514.22 (twill weave). If the polyester content is 85% or more, the fabric must be classified under 5512 instead. Accurate weight and fiber percentage testing are essential for correct coding.

5513.23Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m25514.21Fabrics, woven; plain weave, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m25514.22Fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m255.12Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres

Top exporters and importers of HS 551423 (the code used for dyed poly-cotton blend), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551423 (the code used for dyed poly-cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 8.0% 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 551423, not only dyed poly-cotton blend.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $49M
  2. 2 United States $8.5M
  3. 3 South Africa $5.0M

World total: $86M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$6.3M
  2. 2 Lesotho* ~$4.8M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$4.7M

World total: $79M 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 dyed poly-cotton blend

Brazil classifies dyed poly-cotton blend under NCM 5514.23.00: HS 5514.23 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about dyed poly-cotton blend

What is the HS code for Dyed poly-cotton blend?

The HS code for Dyed poly-cotton blend is 551423 (Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2, n.e.c. in heading no. 5514). For fabrics weighing over 170 g/m2 with less than 85% polyester mixed with cotton and a non-twill/non-plain weave, the HS code is 5514.23.

How do I classify Dyed poly-cotton blend for customs?

Dyed poly-cotton blend is classified under HS code 551423 — Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2, n.e.c. in heading no. 5514. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

How do I distinguish between 5513 and 5514?

The distinction is based entirely on weight: 5513 is for fabrics weighing 170 g/m2 or less, while 5514 is for fabrics weighing more than 170 g/m2.

Which countries are the top exporters of dyed poly-cotton blend (HS 551423)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551423 (the code used for dyed poly-cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data were China ($49M, 57% of world exports), the United States ($8.5M) and South Africa ($5.0M). World exports came to about $86M, 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 dyed poly-cotton blend (HS 551423)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 551423 (the code used for dyed poly-cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $6.3M, 8.0% of world imports), Lesotho (about $4.8M) and Vietnam (about $4.7M). World imports came to about $79M, 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 Dyed poly-cotton blend the same in all countries?

The base HS code 551423 for Dyed poly-cotton blend 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 dyed poly-cotton blend in Brazil?

In Brazil, dyed poly-cotton blend (HS 551423) is classified under NCM 5514.23.00.