Product classification

HS code for Dyed synthetic cotton blend: 5513.29

Fabrics, woven, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2.

Classification of dyed synthetic cotton blend under HS 5513.29

HS code 5513.29 is utilized for woven fabrics that are primarily composed of synthetic staple fibers but contain less than 85% of such fibers by weight. To fall under this specific code, the synthetic fibers must be blended mainly or solely with cotton, and the total weight of the fabric must not exceed 170 grams per square meter. Furthermore, this subheading excludes polyester staple fibers, which are categorized under 5513.21. The "dyed" status signifies that the fabric has been treated with dyestuffs to achieve a specific color. This classification is essential for distinguishing lightweight synthetic-cotton blends from heavier alternatives or those containing different fiber types. The distinction between staple fibers, which are discontinuous, and filament yarns, which are continuous, is a primary factor in selecting heading 5513 over chapter 54. Customs authorities require precise weight measurements (g/m2) and fiber composition percentages to verify that the cotton blend meets the criteria for this specific subheading.

Covers
  • Dyed acrylic-cotton blended fabrics
  • Dyed nylon staple fiber and cotton blends
  • Lightweight woven fabrics under 170g/m2
  • Dyed synthetic staple fiber poplins mixed with cotton
  • Shirting fabrics made of synthetic-cotton blends
Also under 5513.29
  • Lenzing (Modal/Lyocell fibers used in blends)
  • Invista (Nylon fibers in blends)
  • various fashion brands using blended fabrics for comfort wear

Codes often confused with 5513.29

Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these fabrics under 5514.29, which is reserved for fabrics weighing more than 170 grams per square meter. Another common misclassification occurs with 5513.21, which is specifically for polyester staple fiber blends. If the synthetic fiber is polyester, 5513.29 is incorrect. Furthermore, if the fabric contains more than 85% synthetic staple fibers, it should be classified under heading 5512.

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/m25513.21Fabrics, woven; plain weave, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not 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 551329 (the code used for dyed synthetic cotton blend), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551329 (the code used for dyed synthetic cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 12% 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 551329, not only dyed synthetic cotton blend.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 India $23M
  2. 2 China $13M
  3. 3 Spain $5.6M

World total: $55M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$6.3M
  2. 2 Sri Lanka $5.9M
  3. 3 Indonesia $3.3M

World total: $54M 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 cotton blend

Brazil classifies dyed synthetic cotton blend under NCM 5513.29.00: HS 5513.29 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 cotton blend

What is the HS code for Dyed synthetic cotton blend?

The HS code for Dyed synthetic cotton blend is 551329 (Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2). The HS code is 5513.29, provided the fabric weighs less than 170g/m2 and the synthetic fiber is not polyester.

How do I classify Dyed synthetic cotton blend for customs?

Dyed synthetic cotton blend is classified under HS code 551329 — Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What if the fabric weighs more than 170g/m2?

If the fabric weight exceeds 170g/m2, it should be classified under heading 5514 instead of 5513.

Which countries are the top exporters of dyed synthetic cotton blend (HS 551329)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551329 (the code used for dyed synthetic cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data were India ($23M, 42% of world exports), China ($13M) and Spain ($5.6M). World exports came to about $55M, 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 cotton blend (HS 551329)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 551329 (the code used for dyed synthetic cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $6.3M, 12% of world imports), Sri Lanka ($5.9M) and Indonesia ($3.3M). World imports came to about $54M, 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 cotton blend the same in all countries?

The base HS code 551329 for Dyed synthetic 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 synthetic cotton blend in Brazil?

In Brazil, dyed synthetic cotton blend (HS 551329) is classified under NCM 5513.29.00.