Product classification
HS code for Printed synthetic cotton blend: 5513.49
Fabrics, woven, printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyester, plain weave), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2.
Classification of printed synthetic cotton blend under HS 5513.49
HS code 5513.49 applies to woven fabrics containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, with a weight not exceeding 170 g/m2, and which are printed. This classification is highly specific, requiring the fulfillment of four distinct criteria: fiber type (synthetic staple), blend ratio (less than 85% synthetic), weight (170 g/m2 or less), and finish (printed). Heading 5513 covers fabrics that are predominantly cotton by weight but contain a significant portion of synthetic staple fibers. Subheading 5513.49 is a residual category for printed fabrics that do not meet the specific weave descriptions of other subheadings in the 5513.4x series, such as plain weave polyester. This code is essential for identifying lightweight apparel and home textile fabrics that utilize the durability of synthetic fibers and the comfort of cotton.
- Covers
- Printed poly-cotton twill (under 170g/m2)
- Printed acrylic-cotton blend fabrics
- Lightweight printed woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers and cotton
- Printed satin-weave synthetic/cotton blends
- Also under 5513.49
- Anthropologie printed rayon dresses
- Eileen Fisher patterned Tencel blends
- Zara printed modal blouses
- H&M viscose-cotton prints
- J.Crew patterned blended tops
Codes often confused with 5513.49
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 5513.41, which is specifically for printed plain weave polyester staple fiber fabrics. If the weave is not plain or the fiber is not polyester, 5513.49 is the correct catch-all. Another error is using 5514.49, which is for similar blends that exceed 170 g/m2 in weight. Furthermore, if the cotton content exceeds 85%, the fabric must be classified in Chapter 52 (e.g., 5210.51) rather than Chapter 55.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551349 (the code used for printed synthetic cotton blend), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551349 (the code used for printed synthetic cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 29% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 551349, not only printed synthetic cotton blend.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $11M 43% of world exports
- 2 India $4.8M 18% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.6M 6.1% of world exports
World total: $26M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Nigeria $25M 29% of world imports
- 2 Morocco $11M 13% of world imports
- 3 Uganda $7.2M 8.4% of world imports
World total: $86M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for printed synthetic cotton blend
Brazil splits HS 5513.49 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5513.49.11Printed polycotton 3/4-thread twill, max 170 g/m²
- 5513.49.19Other printed polycotton fabric, max 170 g/m²
- 5513.49.90Other printed synthetic/cotton, max 170 g/m²
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about printed synthetic cotton blend
What is the HS code for Printed synthetic cotton blend?
The HS code for Printed synthetic cotton blend is 551349 (Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyester, plain weave), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2). For printed woven fabrics with less than 85% synthetic staple fibers mixed with cotton and weighing 170g/m2 or less, the HS code is 5513.49.
How do I classify Printed synthetic cotton blend for customs?
Printed synthetic cotton blend is classified under HS code 551349 — Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyester, plain weave), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What happens if the fabric weighs more than 170g/m2?
If the fabric weight exceeds 170g/m2, it is classified under heading 5514, specifically 5514.49 for printed blends.
Which countries are the top exporters of printed synthetic cotton blend (HS 551349)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551349 (the code used for printed synthetic cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data were China ($11M, 43% of world exports), India ($4.8M) and Germany ($1.6M). World exports came to about $26M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of printed synthetic cotton blend (HS 551349)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551349 (the code used for printed synthetic cotton blend) in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($25M, 29% of world imports), Morocco ($11M) and Uganda ($7.2M). World imports came to about $86M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Printed synthetic cotton blend the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551349 for Printed synthetic cotton blend is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for printed synthetic cotton blend in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 551349 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for printed synthetic cotton blend depends on the product's details: 5513.49.11 (Printed polycotton 3/4-thread twill, max 170 g/m²), 5513.49.19 (Other printed polycotton fabric, max 170 g/m²), 5513.49.90 (Other printed synthetic/cotton, max 170 g/m²).