Product classification

HS code for Dyed synthetic blend fabric: 5516.22

Fabrics, woven, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments.

Classification of dyed synthetic blend fabric under HS 5516.22

The classification of dyed synthetic blend fabric under HS code 5516.22 is determined by the specific fiber composition and the manufacturing process. This code applies to woven fabrics containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibers. These fibers, such as viscose, rayon, or acetate, must be mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. The term "dyed" indicates that the fabric has been colored in the piece or made from dyed yarns of a single uniform color. This classification is distinct because it focuses on artificial staple fibers rather than synthetic ones. Artificial fibers are derived from natural polymers like cellulose, whereas synthetic fibers are entirely chemically synthesized. Heading 5516 is reserved for these artificial staple fiber fabrics, and subheading 5516.22 specifically captures the blend with filaments, which provides the fabric with distinct structural properties compared to 100% staple fiber textiles. Proper identification requires a laboratory analysis of the fiber weight percentages to ensure the artificial staple fiber content is indeed below the 85% threshold.

Covers
  • Rayon-polyester filament blends
  • Viscose-nylon filament woven fabrics
  • Acetate-polyester filament dyed textiles
  • Blended artificial fiber fabrics used for linings
  • Lightweight dyed artificial staple fiber blends
Also under 5516.22
  • Zara dyed blended dresses
  • H&M dyed synthetic blouses
  • Uniqlo blended innerwear fabrics
  • specific dyed fabric lines from Lenzing
  • Invista blended fabrics

Codes often confused with 5516.22

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 5516.12, which covers fabrics containing 85% or more of artificial staple fibers. It is also frequently mixed up with 5515.11, which pertains to woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers like polyester rather than artificial ones. The distinction between "artificial" and "synthetic" is the most common source of error in this category. Additionally, if the fabric is printed rather than dyed, it must be moved to 5516.24.

5514.29Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m25516.12Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres5515.11Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with viscose rayon staple fibres5516.24Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments

Top exporters and importers of HS 551622 (the code used for dyed synthetic blend fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551622 (the code used for dyed synthetic blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 47% 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 551622, not only dyed synthetic blend fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $323M
  2. 2 Türkiye $31M
  3. 3 Spain $24M

World total: $459M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Morocco $295M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$45M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$43M

World total: $631M 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 synthetic blend fabric

Brazil classifies dyed synthetic blend fabric under NCM 5516.22.00: HS 5516.22 with 00 added.

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

Questions about dyed synthetic blend fabric

What is the HS code for Dyed synthetic blend fabric?

The HS code for Dyed synthetic blend fabric is 551622 (Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments). The HS code is 5516.22 for fabrics with less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed with man-made filaments.

How do I classify Dyed synthetic blend fabric for customs?

Dyed synthetic blend fabric is classified under HS code 551622 — Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include printed fabrics?

No, printed fabrics of this specific fiber composition are classified under HS code 5516.24.

Which countries are the top exporters of dyed synthetic blend fabric (HS 551622)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551622 (the code used for dyed synthetic blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($323M, 70% of world exports), Türkiye ($31M) and Spain ($24M). World exports came to about $459M, 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 synthetic blend fabric (HS 551622)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 551622 (the code used for dyed synthetic blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($295M, 47% of world imports), Vietnam (about $45M) and Bangladesh (about $43M). World imports came to about $631M, 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 synthetic blend fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 551622 for Dyed synthetic blend 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 synthetic blend fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, dyed synthetic blend fabric (HS 551622) is classified under NCM 5516.22.00.