HS Code for Synthetic corduroy

Synthetic corduroy is classified under HS code 580132. It falls within Chapter 58, which covers special woven fabrics and pile fabrics. Corduroy is a specific type of woven pile fabric characterized by its "wales" or ribs, which are created by cutting extra weft threads that float over the surface of the base fabric. The subheading 580132 is reserved for "cut corduroy" made of man-made fibers, such as polyester or nylon. The classification is determined by the weaving method (pile) and the specific finishing process (cutting the floats to create ribs). This code is distinct from plain woven fabrics because of the three-dimensional surface structure inherent to corduroy.

Products Included

• Polyester corduroy fabric for trousers
• Nylon ribbed pile fabrics
• Synthetic micro-corduroy
• Man-made fiber wide-wale corduroy for upholstery
• Blended synthetic cut corduroy

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with HS code 580122, which is the code for corduroy made of cotton. Since corduroy is traditionally cotton-based, many importers default to the cotton code without verifying the fiber content. Another error involves HS code 5407, which covers standard woven synthetic filament fabrics; however, because corduroy is a pile fabric, the specific heading 5801 takes precedence over the general fabric headings in Chapters 54 or 55.

FAQ

What is the HS code for synthetic corduroy?

The HS code for cut corduroy woven pile fabrics made of man-made fibers is 580132.

What defines "cut" corduroy in the HS system?

"Cut" corduroy refers to fabric where the pile yarns have been sliced during the finishing process to create the characteristic ribs. If the loops remain uncut, the fabric may be classified differently, though most commercial corduroy is cut.