Product classification
HS code for Dyed polyester fabric: 5512.19
Fabrics, woven, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached.
Classification of dyed polyester fabric under HS 5512.19
Woven fabrics consisting of 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibers are classified under HS code 5512.19, provided they are not unbleached or bleached. This subheading specifically covers dyed fabrics, fabrics of yarns of different colors, and printed fabrics, though it is the primary code for dyed polyester staple textiles. Chapter 55 covers staple fibers, which are fibers of a limited length that must be spun into yarn before weaving. This distinguishes them from the continuous filaments of Chapter 54. The requirement for 85% or more polyester content makes this a "pure" synthetic classification. The "other" designation in 5512.19 (as opposed to 5512.11) indicates that the fabric has undergone a coloring or finishing process such as piece-dyeing. This classification is essential for global trade in apparel and home textile industries where polyester staple blends are ubiquitous.
- Covers
- Dyed 100% polyester staple fiber fabrics
- Dyed polyester spun-yarn fabrics for clothing
- Dyed polyester poplin made from staple fibers
- Dyed woven polyester upholstery fabric (85%+ staple)
- Dyed polyester suiting fabrics
- Also under 5512.19
- Uniqlo (polyester garments)
- H&M (polyester dresses)
- Nike (polyester sportswear)
- Zara (polyester blouses)
Codes often confused with 5512.19
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 5407.52 or 5407.61, which are for polyester filament fabrics. The physical difference is that staple fiber fabrics (5512) have a slightly fuzzier texture similar to natural fibers, while filament fabrics (5407) are smoother. Another error is using 5512.11, which is strictly for unbleached or bleached (white/raw) fabrics that have not yet been dyed.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551219 (the code used for dyed polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551219 (the code used for dyed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 66% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 16% of world imports. Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 551219, not only dyed polyester fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $998M 66% of world exports
- 2 Germany $54M 3.6% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $48M 3.2% of world exports
Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $314M 16% of world imports
- 2 Myanmar $162M 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Egypt $160M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 code for dyed polyester fabric
Brazil classifies dyed polyester fabric under NCM 5512.19.00: HS 5512.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dyed polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Dyed polyester fabric?
The HS code for Dyed polyester fabric is 551219 (Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached). The HS code for woven fabric containing 85% or more polyester staple fibers that has been dyed is 5512.19.
How do I classify Dyed polyester fabric for customs?
Dyed polyester fabric is classified under HS code 551219 — Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I know if my fabric is staple or filament?
Staple fibers are short fibers spun together (like cotton), while filaments are continuous strands (like silk). This distinction determines whether you use Chapter 54 or Chapter 55.
Which countries are the top exporters of dyed polyester fabric (HS 551219)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551219 (the code used for dyed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($998M, 66% of world exports), Germany ($54M) and South Korea ($48M). World exports came to about $1.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of dyed polyester fabric (HS 551219)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551219 (the code used for dyed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($314M, 16% of world imports), Myanmar ($162M) and Egypt ($160M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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 polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551219 for Dyed polyester fabric 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 polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, dyed polyester fabric (HS 551219) is classified under NCM 5512.19.00.