HS Code for Polyester filament fabric

HS code 5515.12 covers woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers that are mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. This classification is part of Chapter 55 (Man-made staple fibers). The logic for this classification depends on the predominant weight of the fibers used in the weave. While the fabric contains polyester staple fibers, the presence of man-made filaments as a primary mixing component directs the classification to 5515.12. This code is often used for "other" woven fabrics that do not meet the 85% or more by weight threshold of staple fibers required for headings 5512 through 5514. It represents a specific blend where the structural or aesthetic qualities of the fabric are derived from the combination of short-length staple fibers and continuous filaments. To be classified here, the polyester staple fiber must be the predominant synthetic staple fiber by weight, and the mix must be with filaments rather than wool or cotton. This code is essential for technical textiles and apparel fabrics that utilize complex fiber blends to achieve specific durability or texture profiles. The distinction between staple-heavy and filament-heavy blends is the primary driver for customs valuation and duty application in this category.

Products Included

• Woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed with polyester filaments
• Blended polyester fabrics (staple/filament mix)
• Woven synthetic fabrics not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.)
• Polyester staple fabrics mixed with nylon filaments

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with 5407.52, which covers woven fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments. It is also confused with 5512.19, which is for fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibers. If the fabric is mixed mainly with viscose rayon staple fibers, it would fall under 5515.11 instead of 5515.12.

FAQ

What is the HS code for polyester filament fabric?

The HS code for woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with man-made filaments is 5515.12.

What defines "mixed mainly with filaments" for this code?

It means that the fabric contains a significant portion of continuous man-made filaments (from Chapter 54) in addition to the polyester staple fibers, but the staple fibers are the defining component for Chapter 55 classification.