Product classification

HS code for Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill: 5514.22

Fabrics, 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/m2.

Classification of heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill under HS 5514.22

Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill is classified under HS code 5514.22. This classification is determined by several technical factors defined in the Harmonized System. Firstly, the fabric must be composed of man-made staple fibers, specifically polyester, which are mixed mainly or solely with cotton. The polyester content must be less than 85% by weight. Secondly, the weight of the fabric is a critical differentiator; it must exceed 170g/m2 to fall under heading 5514 rather than 5513. Thirdly, the fabric must be dyed, which excludes unbleached, bleached, or printed varieties. Finally, the weave must be a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. This specific weave is characterized by diagonal ribs on the surface of the fabric, providing durability and resistance to tearing, which is why it is commonly used in industrial settings. Customs authorities rely on these precise physical characteristics—fiber ratio, weight, finishing process, and weave structure—to ensure the correct application of tariffs and trade statistics.

Covers
  • Dyed polyester-cotton drill fabrics
  • Heavyweight dyed gabardine blends
  • Dyed workwear twill for uniforms
  • Industrial strength dyed poly-cotton twill
  • Dyed cross-twill fabrics for heavy-duty apparel
Also under 5514.22
  • Dickies dyed twill pants fabric
  • Carhartt dyed duck fabric
  • Levi's dyed twill jeans fabric
  • Uniform Solutions dyed twill
  • Red Kap dyed workwear twill

Codes often confused with 5514.22

Common mistake. This product is frequently confused with HS code 5514.12, which covers the same fabric construction but in an unbleached or bleached state rather than dyed. It may also be misclassified under 5514.21 if the weave is plain instead of twill. Another common error is using 5211.32, which applies to cotton-rich fabrics where cotton is the predominant fiber by weight, but the synthetic fiber is not the primary man-made component. Additionally, if the fabric weight is 170g/m2 or less, it must be classified under heading 5513.

5514.12Fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, unbleached or bleached, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, over 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/m25211.32Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill55.13Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS 551422 (the code used for heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551422 (the code used for heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 15% of world imports. Japan reports $659M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 551422, not only heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $297M
  2. 2 Pakistan $26M
  3. 3 Malaysia $22M

Japan reports $659M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

World total: $495M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$71M
  2. 2 Morocco $66M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$36M

World total: $481M 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 heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill

Brazil classifies heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill under NCM 5514.22.00: HS 5514.22 with 00 added.

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

Questions about heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill

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

The HS code for Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill is 551422 (Fabrics, 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/m2). The correct HS code is 5514.22, which specifies dyed twill fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed with cotton exceeding 170g/m2.

How do I classify Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill for customs?

Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill is classified under HS code 551422 — Fabrics, 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/m2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the difference between 5514.22 and 5514.21?

While both codes refer to dyed heavyweight poly-cotton blends, 5514.22 is specifically for twill weaves, whereas 5514.21 is for plain weave fabrics.

Which countries are the top exporters of heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill (HS 551422)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551422 (the code used for heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($297M, 60% of world exports), Pakistan ($26M) and Malaysia ($22M). World exports came to about $495M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Japan reports $659M 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 heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill (HS 551422)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 551422 (the code used for heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $71M, 15% of world imports), Morocco ($66M) and Vietnam (about $36M). World imports came to about $481M, 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 Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill the same in all countries?

The base HS code 551422 for Heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill 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 heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill in Brazil?

In Brazil, heavyweight dyed poly-cotton twill (HS 551422) is classified under NCM 5514.22.00.