HS Code for Wool blend fabric (staple fiber)

HS code 511130 covers woven fabrics of carded wool or carded fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool, mixed mainly or solely with man-made staple fibers. The distinction between this code and 511120 lies entirely in the nature of the man-made fibers used in the blend. Staple fibers are discontinuous fibers of a limited length, similar to natural fibers like wool or cotton, which must be spun into yarn. This contrasts with filaments, which are continuous strands. The use of staple fibers in a wool blend often results in a more uniform texture and can improve the pilling resistance or moisture-wicking capabilities of the final textile. Classification under heading 5111 requires that the wool used has been carded but not combed. Carding is the process of brushing the fibers to align them somewhat and remove impurities, resulting in a yarn that is softer and more insulated. If the wool were combed, the fabric would instead fall under heading 5112. Importers must provide detailed mill specifications indicating the weight percentage of each fiber type and the physical state of the synthetic components to ensure correct tariff application.

Products Included

• Carded wool woven fabric mixed with polyester staple fibers
• Wool and acrylic staple fiber blended woven textiles
• Carded fine animal hair mixed with nylon staple fibers
• Woven fabrics of wool mixed with regenerated cellulose staple fibers

Common Misclassification

The most common error is misclassifying these goods under 511120 (filament blends). Additionally, if the synthetic staple fiber weight is greater than the wool weight, the product may fall under Chapter 55 (e.g., 5515). If the wool is combed, it belongs in 511230.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Wool blend fabric (staple fiber)?

The HS code for woven fabrics of carded wool containing less than 85% wool, mixed mainly with man-made staple fibers, is 511130.

Does the weight percentage affect the classification?

Yes, the wool must be the predominant textile material by weight, but it must constitute less than 85% of the total weight to fall under this specific subheading.