Product classification
HS code for Wool blend fabric (filament): 5111.20
Fabrics, woven, of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments.
Classification of wool blend fabric (filament) under HS 5111.20
HS code 511120 is designated for woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair. The classification criteria for this specific code are twofold: first, the wool content must be less than 85% by weight, and second, the wool must be mixed primarily or solely with man-made filaments. Under the Harmonized System, Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles) provides specific rules for mixed products. According to Note 2 to Section XI, goods of a mixture of two or more textile materials are classified as if consisting wholly of that one textile material which predominates by weight over any other single textile material. In the case of 511120, the fabric is characterized by the use of carded wool, which gives the fabric a fuzzier, more voluminous texture compared to combed wool (worsted). The inclusion of man-made filaments, such as polyester or nylon continuous strands, typically enhances the tensile strength and durability of the fabric while maintaining the thermal properties of the wool. This code is essential for identifying fabrics used in heavy outerwear and upholstery where a blend of natural and synthetic continuous fibers is required for performance.
- Covers
- Woven carded wool fabric mixed with polyester filament
- Carded fine animal hair fabric blended with nylon filament
- Wool-rich fabrics (under 85%) with rayon filament reinforcement
- Tweed-style fabrics containing synthetic filament yarns
- Also under 5111.20
- Dormeuil (some blended suiting fabrics)
- Reda (performance blends)
- various uniform fabric suppliers
Codes often confused with 5111.20
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 511130, which covers wool blends mixed with man-made staple fibers rather than filaments. It is also often misclassified under 5407 if the synthetic filament weight exceeds the wool weight, or under 511220 if the wool used is combed (worsted) rather than carded.
Top exporters and importers of HS 511120 (the code used for wool blend fabric (filament)), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 511120 (the code used for wool blend fabric (filament)) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% 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 511120, not only wool blend fabric (filament).
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $8.8M 32% of world exports
- 2 Italy $5.1M 19% of world exports
- 3 Egypt $3.2M 12% of world exports
World total: $27M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $4.8M 19% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$4.0M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$1.4M 5.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $25M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 code for wool blend fabric (filament)
Brazil classifies wool blend fabric (filament) under NCM 5111.20.00: HS 5111.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wool blend fabric (filament)
What is the HS code for Wool blend fabric (filament)?
The HS code for Wool blend fabric (filament) is 511120 (Fabrics, woven; of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments). The HS code for woven fabrics of carded wool containing less than 85% wool, mixed mainly with man-made filaments, is 511120.
How do I classify Wool blend fabric (filament) for customs?
Wool blend fabric (filament) is classified under HS code 511120 — Fabrics, woven; of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between filament and staple fiber blends?
Filaments are continuous strands of synthetic fiber, whereas staple fibers are short, discrete lengths that must be spun into yarn. This distinction is critical for choosing between 511120 and 511130.
Which countries are the top exporters of wool blend fabric (filament) (HS 511120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 511120 (the code used for wool blend fabric (filament)) in UN Comtrade data were China ($8.8M, 32% of world exports), Italy ($5.1M) and Egypt ($3.2M). World exports came to about $27M, 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 wool blend fabric (filament) (HS 511120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 511120 (the code used for wool blend fabric (filament)) in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.8M, 19% of world imports), Vietnam (about $4.0M) and Bangladesh (about $1.4M). World imports came to about $25M, 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 Wool blend fabric (filament) the same in all countries?
The base HS code 511120 for Wool blend fabric (filament) 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 wool blend fabric (filament) in Brazil?
In Brazil, wool blend fabric (filament) (HS 511120) is classified under NCM 5111.20.00.