HS Code for Polyester wool blend fabric
Polyester wool blend fabric is classified under HS code 551513. This classification is situated within Chapter 55, covering woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers. Heading 5515 serves as the classification point for "other" woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers. Subheading 551513 is specifically reserved for fabrics made of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. To qualify for this code, the polyester must generally be the predominant synthetic fiber by weight, and the secondary component must be wool. This blend is highly valued in the garment industry for combining the durability and wrinkle resistance of polyester with the breathability and hand-feel of wool. Accurate fiber percentage testing is often required by customs authorities to distinguish these blends from fabrics that are predominantly wool (over 50% by weight), which would be classified in Chapter 51 under headings 5111 or 5112. The classification remains 551513 regardless of whether the wool is carded or combed, provided the polyester staple fiber remains the defining synthetic element of the blend.
Products Included
- Woven polyester and wool blend fabrics
- Poly-wool suiting and trouser fabrics
- Uniform fabrics made of polyester staple fibers and wool
- Blended woven fabrics for coats (polyester/wool)
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification occurs with 5111 or 5112, which are for fabrics containing 85% or more wool, or fabrics where wool is the predominant fiber by weight in a blend. Another error is 551511, which is for polyester mixed with viscose. If the fabric is made of polyester filaments rather than staple fibers, it would be classified in Chapter 54 under heading 5407.
FAQ
What is the HS code for polyester wool blend fabric?
The HS code for woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly or solely with wool is 551513.
How is the predominance of fiber determined?
Predominance is determined by the weight of the fibers. For 551513, the polyester staple fiber must be the primary synthetic fiber mixed with wool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Polyester wool blend fabric?
The HS code for Polyester wool blend fabric is 551513 (Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair).
How do I classify Polyester wool blend fabric for customs?
Polyester wool blend fabric is classified under HS code 551513 — Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Polyester wool blend fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551513 for Polyester wool blend 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.