HS Code for Polyester viscose blend fabric

Polyester viscose blend fabric is classified under HS code 551511. This classification is part of Chapter 55, which encompasses woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers. Heading 5515 is a residual category for woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers that are not specified or included in more specific headings like 5512, 5513, or 5514. Subheading 551511 is specifically designated for fabrics where polyester staple fibers are the predominant synthetic component and are mixed mainly or solely with viscose rayon staple fibers. The classification depends on the weight distribution of the fibers. If the fabric is composed primarily of polyester staple fibers but contains a significant portion of viscose, this code ensures the product is categorized correctly based on its blended nature. It is commonly used for suiting and formal wear. Note that if the fabric contains 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibers, it would be classified under 5512 instead. The "mixed mainly or solely" rule implies that while other fibers may be present in small amounts (like elastane), the primary blend is polyester and viscose.

Products Included

• Woven PV (polyester-viscose) blend fabrics
• Polyester-viscose suiting materials
• Woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed with rayon
• Blended fabrics for uniforms (polyester/viscose)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification is 5513 or 5514, which are reserved for polyester staple fiber fabrics mixed mainly or solely with cotton. Another error is 5407, which applies to fabrics made of synthetic filament yarn rather than staple fibers. If the viscose content exceeds the polyester content by weight, the fabric might be classified under 5516, depending on the specific blend ratios and the presence of other fibers.

FAQ

What is the HS code for polyester viscose blend fabric?

The HS code for woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with viscose rayon is 551511.

What if the fabric contains elastane?

If the fabric contains a small percentage of elastane but the primary blend is polyester and viscose, it remains under 551511, though it may be sub-categorized as "elasticized" in some national tariffs.