Product classification
HS code for Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave: 5514.41
Fabrics, woven, plain weave, printed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2.
Classification of heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave under HS 5514.41
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Also under 5514.41
Printed cotton-poly blend fabrics for fashion brands (e.g., Zara, H&M collections), printed canvas for tote bags, printed furnishing fabrics from IKEA, printed uniform fabrics for hospitality
Codes often confused with 5514.41
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551441 (the code used for heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551441 (the code used for heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 59% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 15% 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 551441, not only heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $17M 59% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $3.1M 11% of world exports
- 3 Italy $3.1M 11% of world exports
World total: $29M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Russia* ~$4.1M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$1.9M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Iraq* ~$1.9M 7.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $27M 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 printed poly-cotton plain weave
Brazil classifies heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave under NCM 5514.41.00: HS 5514.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave
What is the HS code for Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave?
The HS code for Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave is 551441 (Fabrics, woven; plain weave, printed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2). The correct HS code is 5514.41, provided the weight is above 170g/m2 and the weave is a standard 1/1 plain weave.
How do I classify Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave for customs?
Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave is classified under HS code 551441 — Fabrics, woven; plain weave, printed, 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.
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.
Which countries are the top exporters of heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave (HS 551441)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551441 (the code used for heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave) in UN Comtrade data were China ($17M, 59% of world exports), Pakistan ($3.1M) and Italy ($3.1M). World exports came to about $29M, 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 heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave (HS 551441)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551441 (the code used for heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $4.1M, 15% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $1.9M) and Iraq (about $1.9M). World imports came to about $27M, 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 printed poly-cotton plain weave the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551441 for Heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave 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 printed poly-cotton plain weave in Brazil?
In Brazil, heavyweight printed poly-cotton plain weave (HS 551441) is classified under NCM 5514.41.00.