HS Code for Man-made corduroy fabric
Man-made corduroy fabric is classified under HS code 5801.32. This code is part of Chapter 58, which deals with special woven fabrics and pile fabrics. Heading 5801 specifically includes woven pile fabrics. Corduroy is a type of pile fabric where the pile is formed by an extra set of weft yarns that are cut to create distinct vertical ribs or "wales." For a fabric to be classified under 5801.32, it must be a "cut" corduroy and the predominant textile material must be man-made fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. The classification follows GRI 1 and 6. The structure of corduroy involves a base weave (plain or twill) with additional weft floats that are subsequently sliced by a cutting machine to create the characteristic velvet-like ridges. Because it is a specialized pile fabric, it is removed from the general woven fabric chapters (54 and 55) and placed into the specific pile fabric heading of 5801.
Products Included
- Polyester cut corduroy fabric
- Nylon-blend corduroy textiles
- Synthetic fiber wide-wale corduroy
- Fine-wale (pinwale) man-made corduroy
- Woven pile corduroy made from artificial staple fibers
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification is HS code 5801.22, which is reserved for corduroy made of cotton. Given that many corduroys are blends, the "rule of weight" in Section XI Note 2 usually determines the classification; if man-made fibers predominate by weight, 5801.32 is correct. Another error is using 5801.31, which covers "uncut" weft pile fabrics. Since most commercial corduroy is sold with the ribs already cut, 5801.32 is the standard choice. It should also not be confused with 5407, which covers standard woven synthetic filament fabrics without a pile.
FAQ
What is the HS code for man-made corduroy fabric?
The HS code for cut corduroy fabric made of man-made fibers is 5801.32.
What does "cut" corduroy mean in this context?
"Cut" refers to the manufacturing process where the floating weft threads are sliced to create the raised pile ribs. If the threads remain looped and unsliced, it would be classified as uncut pile under 5801.31.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Man-made corduroy fabric?
The HS code for Man-made corduroy fabric is 580132 (Fabrics; woven pile, of man-made fibres, cut corduroy, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806).
How do I classify Man-made corduroy fabric for customs?
Man-made corduroy fabric is classified under HS code 580132 — Fabrics; woven pile, of man-made fibres, cut corduroy, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Man-made corduroy fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 580132 for Man-made corduroy 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.