Product classification
HS code for Modacrylic woven fabric: 5512.29
Fabrics, woven, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached.
Classification of modacrylic woven fabric under HS 5512.29
Modacrylic woven fabric containing 85% or more by weight of modacrylic staple fibers is classified under HS code 5512.29. This specific subheading is used for fabrics that are "other than unbleached or bleached," meaning they have been dyed, printed, or manufactured from yarns of different colors. Heading 5512 is reserved for fabrics with a high concentration of synthetic staple fibers, ensuring that the material's properties are dominated by the synthetic polymer. Modacrylic fabrics are known for their exceptional flame retardancy, soft hand, and resistance to acids and alkalis. Because the fabric is made from staple fibers (discontinuous lengths) rather than continuous filaments, it falls under Chapter 55. The "85% or more" rule is a strict threshold in the Harmonized System; even a small blend of 16% natural fiber would move the product to a different heading. These fabrics are commonly used in heavy-duty industrial curtains, protective clothing, and high-end upholstery where safety and durability are required.
- Covers
- Dyed modacrylic woven fabrics (85%+ content)
- Printed modacrylic fabrics
- Woven fabrics of yarns of different colors (modacrylic)
- Flame-retardant 100% modacrylic woven textiles
- Also under 5512.29
- Sunbrella acrylic fabrics
- Kanecaron modacrylic fibers (used in fabrics)
- Dralon acrylic fabrics
- TenCate Tecasafe Plus (modacrylic blends)
- Polartec fleece (some acrylic variants)
Codes often confused with 5512.29
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 5512.21, which is specifically for unbleached or bleached modacrylic fabrics. Another error is using HS code 5407, which applies to fabrics made from synthetic filament yarns rather than staple fibers. If the modacrylic content is less than 85% by weight, the fabric should be classified under heading 5515. Finally, if the fabric is coated or laminated, it may fall under Chapter 59.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551229 (the code used for modacrylic woven fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551229 (the code used for modacrylic woven fabric) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10.0% of world imports. Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 551229, not only modacrylic woven fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $62M 19% of world exports
- 2 Spain $60M 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $51M 16% of world exports
Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $318M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $38M 10.0% of world imports
- 2 United States $32M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 China $30M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $381M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 modacrylic woven fabric
Brazil classifies modacrylic woven fabric under NCM 5512.29.00: HS 5512.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about modacrylic woven fabric
What is the HS code for Modacrylic woven fabric?
The HS code for Modacrylic woven fabric is 551229 (Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached).
How do I classify Modacrylic woven fabric for customs?
Modacrylic woven fabric is classified under HS code 551229 — Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for Modacrylic woven fabric (85%+)?
The HS code for woven fabrics containing 85% or more modacrylic staple fibers, which are dyed or printed, is 5512.29.
What is the difference between 5512.21 and 5512.29?
5512.21 is for unbleached or bleached fabrics, while 5512.29 covers fabrics that have undergone further coloring processes like dyeing or printing.
Which countries are the top exporters of modacrylic woven fabric (HS 551229)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551229 (the code used for modacrylic woven fabric) in UN Comtrade data were France ($62M, 19% of world exports), Spain ($60M) and the United States ($51M). World exports came to about $318M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $981M 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 modacrylic woven fabric (HS 551229)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551229 (the code used for modacrylic woven fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($38M, 10.0% of world imports), the United States ($32M) and China ($30M). World imports came to about $381M, 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 Modacrylic woven fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551229 for Modacrylic woven 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 modacrylic woven fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, modacrylic woven fabric (HS 551229) is classified under NCM 5512.29.00.