HS Code for Multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric

The classification of multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric under HS code 6006.43 is determined by the material composition and the specific method of color application. According to the Harmonized System's General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on their constituent materials and their state at the time of import. Heading 6006 covers "other" knitted or crocheted fabrics that do not fall under headings 60.01 through 60.04, which are reserved for pile fabrics, bolducs, and fabrics with high elastomeric content. The term "artificial fibers" refers specifically to regenerated fibers such as viscose rayon, acetate, or modal, which are derived from natural polymers. The sub-heading 6006.43 is designated for fabrics made of "yarns of different colors." This technical term implies that the fabric's pattern or color variation is achieved by knitting together yarns that were dyed prior to the construction process. This includes complex jacquard patterns, stripes, and heathered effects where the visual diversity is inherent to the knit structure itself, rather than being applied to the surface of a finished fabric.

Products Included

• Viscose rayon jacquard knit fabrics
• Acetate striped jersey knits
• Multi-colored modal rib-knit fabrics
• Regenerated cellulose fabrics with yarn-dyed patterns
• Triacetate knits featuring multi-color yarn designs

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with HS code 6006.33, which covers synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon. While both are man-made, artificial fibers are regenerated from natural sources, whereas synthetic fibers are purely chemical polymers. Another common error is misclassifying these as 6006.42 (dyed) or 6006.44 (printed). Code 6006.43 is strictly for yarn-dyed multi-color constructions. If the fabric contains more than 5% elastomeric yarn, it must be moved to heading 60.04.

FAQ

What is the HS code for multi-color artificial fiber knit fabric?

The correct HS code is 6006.43, which specifies knitted or crocheted fabrics of artificial fibers made from yarns of different colors.

How do artificial fibers differ from synthetic fibers in HS classification?

Artificial fibers (Chapter 54/55) are regenerated from organic materials like wood pulp (e.g., rayon), while synthetic fibers are synthesized from petroleum-based polymers (e.g., polyester).