HS Code for Dyed poly-cotton fabric

Dyed poly-cotton fabric that contains less than 85% polyester staple fibers and is mixed mainly with cotton, weighing no more than 170g/m2, is classified under HS code 5513.23. This classification falls under Chapter 55, which governs man-made staple fibers. Heading 55.13 is specific to woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2. The subheading 5513.23 is a residual category for "other" woven fabrics that are dyed, meaning they are not plain weave (which is covered by 5513.21). This typically includes twill weaves, weaves with patterns like dobby, or satin weaves. The classification is driven by the fact that the polyester is in "staple" form (spun yarn) rather than continuous filament, and that the cotton content is significant enough to define the blend but the synthetic fiber remains the primary synthetic component by weight.

Products Included

• Dyed poly-cotton twill (e.g., 3-thread or 4-thread twill)
• Dyed poly-cotton drill fabrics under 170g/m2
• Dyed poly-cotton dobby weave fabrics
• Dyed poly-cotton oxford fabrics (if not plain weave)
• Dyed poly-cotton gabardine (lightweight)

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 5513.21, which is strictly for plain weave fabrics. If the fabric has a diagonal rib or pattern, 5513.23 is correct; if it is a simple 1x1 weave, 5513.21 applies. It is also frequently confused with heading 55.14, which covers similar poly-cotton blends that weigh more than 170 g/m2. Furthermore, if the polyester content is 85% or more, the fabric moves to heading 55.12. If the polyester is filament yarn rather than staple fiber, it would be classified in Chapter 54 under heading 54.07.

FAQ

What is the HS code for dyed poly-cotton twill fabric?

If it weighs 170g/m2 or less and is a staple fiber blend, the HS code is 5513.23.

What does "staple fiber" mean in this classification?

Staple fibers are short fibers (like cotton or cut synthetic fibers) that must be spun together to create yarn, as opposed to continuous filaments which are long, unbroken strands.