HS Code for Polyamide woven fabric

Classification 5407.41 applies to woven fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides in an unbleached or bleached state. This code is part of Chapter 54, which covers man-made filaments. The primary classification factor is the weight percentage of the synthetic filament, which must be at least 85% to qualify for this specific group. Furthermore, the fabric must not have undergone any dyeing or printing processes beyond bleaching. If the fabric contains a blend where polyamide is less than 85%, or if it is mixed with natural fibers like cotton or wool, it would move to different subheadings within Chapter 54 or even Chapter 55. The term \"woven fabrics\" refers to those produced on a loom by interlacing warp and weft yarns. For the purpose of this code, the filaments must be continuous. Unbleached fabrics are those that have not been bleached, dyed, or printed, often referred to as \"greige\" goods. Bleached fabrics have undergone a whitening process. This classification is essential for textile manufacturers who import raw fabric for further finishing, such as dyeing or coating, as the duty rates often vary significantly between greige and finished textiles. The classification process follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and any relative Section or Chapter Notes. Section XI Note 2(A) is particularly relevant here, as it dictates how to classify products consisting of two or more textile materials. Since this fabric is 85% or more polyamide, it is classified as if it consisted wholly of that material, ensuring consistency in international trade reporting.

Products Included

• Unbleached nylon woven fabric (85%+ polyamide)
• Bleached nylon 6,6 woven fabric
• Greige polyamide filament fabrics
• Woven nylon fabrics for industrial coating (unbleached)

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 5407.42 (dyed fabrics) or 5407.44 (printed fabrics). The distinction is strictly based on the finishing process. If the fabric has any color added via dyeing, it must move to 5407.42. Additionally, if the fabric is made of staple fibers rather than filaments, it would be classified under 5512, regardless of the polyamide content.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Polyamide woven fabric?

The HS code for unbleached or bleached woven fabric containing 85% or more polyamide filaments is 5407.41.

What does 85% by weight mean for classification?

It means that at least 85% of the total weight of the textile components in the fabric must be polyamide filaments to fall under this specific subheading.