Product classification
HS code for Mixed polyester fabric: 5515.19
Fabrics, woven, of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.1.
Classification of mixed polyester fabric under HS 5515.19
Mixed polyester fabric is classified under HS code 551519. Chapter 55 covers man-made staple fibres, and heading 5515 is designated for "Other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres." This heading is used for fabrics that do not meet the more specific criteria of headings 5512 (containing 85% or more of synthetic staple fibres), 5513, or 5514 (mixed mainly or solely with cotton). Subheading 551519 specifically refers to woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres that are mixed mainly or solely with fibres other than wool, fine animal hair, or cotton. This often includes blends with viscose rayon, flax, or other synthetic fibres where the polyester content is the defining characteristic but the blend does not fall into the "with cotton" or "with wool" categories. The classification requires a detailed analysis of the fibre weight percentages. If the fabric is made of polyester staple fibres and the secondary fibre is not cotton or wool, 551519 serves as the residual classification for these polyester-based textiles. This code is critical for textile manufacturers and apparel importers to ensure compliance with trade quotas and duty rates.
- Covers
- Polyester and viscose rayon blended fabrics
- Polyester and flax woven blends
- Woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres mixed with synthetic filaments
- Polyester staple fibre fabrics mixed with miscellaneous vegetable fibres
- Suiting fabrics made of polyester blends (non-wool/non-cotton)
- Also under 5515.19
- Trevira CS fabrics
- Invista Coolmax blends
- Polartec Power Dry
- Sunbrella upholstery fabrics
- Burlington Performance Fabrics
Codes often confused with 5515.19
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 551219, which is for fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres. If the polyester content is less than 85%, the fabric must move to 5513, 5514, or 5515. Another error is using 551511, which is specifically for polyester staple fibres mixed solely or mainly with viscose rayon; 551519 is only used if the mixture is with "other" fibres not specified in 5515.11 or 5515.12 (wool/animal hair).
Top exporters and importers of HS 551519 (the code used for mixed polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551519 (the code used for mixed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 6.9% of world imports. Türkiye reports $372M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 56% of its exports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its imports here ($11M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 551519, not only mixed polyester fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $43M 28% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $20M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $7.7M 4.9% of world exports
Türkiye reports $372M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 56% of its exports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $156M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Egypt $17M 6.9% of world imports
- 2 Poland $14M 5.6% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$12M 5.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its imports here ($11M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $247M 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 mixed polyester fabric
Brazil classifies mixed polyester fabric under NCM 5515.19.00: HS 5515.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mixed polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Mixed polyester fabric?
The HS code for Mixed polyester fabric is 551519 (Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.1). The HS code for woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres mixed with fibres other than cotton or wool is 551519.
How do I classify Mixed polyester fabric for customs?
Mixed polyester fabric is classified under HS code 551519 — Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.1. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between 5512 and 5515?
Use 5512 if the fabric contains 85% or more polyester staple fibres by weight. Use 5515 if the polyester content is less than 85% and it is mixed with fibres other than cotton.
Which countries are the top exporters of mixed polyester fabric (HS 551519)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551519 (the code used for mixed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($43M, 28% of world exports), Thailand ($20M) and Italy ($7.7M). World exports came to about $156M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Türkiye reports $372M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 56% of its exports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of mixed polyester fabric (HS 551519)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551519 (the code used for mixed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($17M, 6.9% of world imports), Poland ($14M) and Vietnam (about $12M). World imports came to about $247M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its imports here ($11M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Mixed polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551519 for Mixed polyester 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.
What is the NCM code for mixed polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, mixed polyester fabric (HS 551519) is classified under NCM 5515.19.00.