HS Code for Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave

The classification of heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave fabric under HS code 5514.41 is determined by three primary factors: fiber composition, weave structure, and weight. This specific code is applied to woven fabrics that contain less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibers, mixed primarily with cotton. The "plain weave" requirement refers to the simplest weaving pattern where the warp and weft threads cross each other alternately in a 1/1 ratio. To qualify for this subheading, the fabric must also be "printed," meaning it has undergone a post-weaving process to apply a pattern or design. Finally, the weight must exceed 170 grams per square meter (g/m2), which classifies it as a heavyweight textile. This distinction is crucial because lighter fabrics with the same composition and weave are classified under heading 5513. Customs officials typically require a technical data sheet or a laboratory test to confirm the exact percentage of polyester staple fibers versus cotton, as well as the precise weight per square meter. If the fabric contains synthetic filaments instead of staple fibers, it would be excluded from this heading entirely and moved to Chapter 54.

Products Included

• Printed plain weave poly-cotton canvas exceeding 170g/m2
• Heavyweight printed poplin with polyester staple fiber blend
• Printed muslin fabrics exceeding 170g/m2 with poly-cotton mix
• Industrial-strength printed plain weave fabrics for upholstery
• Printed sheeting fabric with a 1/1 weave structure over 170g/m2

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with HS code 5514.42 or 5514.43. Code 5514.42 is specifically for twill weaves, while 5514.43 covers all other weaves like satin or dobby. If the weight of the fabric is 170g/m2 or less, it should be classified under 5513.41. Furthermore, if the cotton content exceeds 85% by weight, the fabric is classified under heading 5211. Misidentifying the fiber type—such as using filament instead of staple fibers—would lead to an incorrect classification under 5407.

FAQ

What is the HS code for heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave?

The correct HS code is 5514.41, provided the weight is above 170g/m2 and the weave is a standard 1/1 plain weave.

Does this code apply to dyed fabrics?

No, dyed fabrics without a printed pattern are classified under 5514.21. This code is specifically for printed materials.