HS Code for Wool blend fabric

HS code 5112.20 applies to woven fabrics of combed wool or combed fine animal hair. This classification is highly specific, requiring the wool fibers to have undergone the combing process, which aligns the fibers and removes shorter staples, resulting in a smoother, stronger, and more lustrous yarn compared to carded wool. The "blend" aspect is defined by the weight distribution: the fabric must contain less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair. Furthermore, the predominant mixing component must be man-made filaments (such as polyester, nylon, or rayon). This classification is found in Chapter 51, which covers wool and animal hair products. The determination of the 85% threshold is a critical step in the classification process, often requiring laboratory analysis to confirm the exact fiber content by weight. These fabrics are commonly used in the production of high-quality apparel, such as suits, jackets, and trousers, where the durability and crease-resistance of synthetic filaments are combined with the aesthetic and thermal properties of combed wool. The weave can vary (plain, twill, or satin), but the defining characteristics remain the fiber preparation (combed) and the specific blend ratio with man-made filaments. If the fabric were mixed with man-made staple fibers instead of filaments, it would fall under a different subheading within the same heading.

Products Included

• Combed wool and polyester filament blends
• Wool and nylon filament woven suitings
• Combed fine animal hair mixed with synthetic filaments
• Lightweight wool-blend worsted fabrics

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 5111.20, which covers carded wool blends. The distinction between carded (fuzzy, shorter fibers) and combed (smooth, long fibers) is vital. It is also confused with 5112.11 or 5112.19, which are for fabrics containing 85% or more wool. Finally, if the blend is mainly with man-made staple fibers, 5112.30 would be the correct code.

FAQ

What is the HS code for wool blend fabric?

For woven fabrics of combed wool containing less than 85% wool and mixed mainly with man-made filaments, the HS code is 5112.20.

What if the wool fabric is mixed with cotton?

If the fabric is mixed mainly with cotton and contains less than 85% wool, it would typically be classified under HS code 5112.90 as "Other" woven fabrics of combed wool.