HS Code for Wool synthetic fabric

HS code 5112.30 applies to woven fabrics of combed wool or combed fine animal hair that contain less than 85% wool by weight, specifically when mixed mainly or solely with man-made staple fibers. This classification is found in Chapter 51, which deals with wool and animal hair. The distinction between "combed" (Heading 5112) and "carded" (Heading 5111) wool is critical; combed wool fibers are longer and more aligned, resulting in a smoother, stronger fabric often used in suiting. Because the wool content is less than 85%, the fabric is considered a blend. The classification further specifies that the secondary material must be man-made staple fibers (such as polyester or rayon staple). If the fabric were mixed with man-made filaments instead of staple fibers, or if the wool content exceeded 85%, different subheadings within Chapter 51 would apply. This code is essential for textile manufacturers and importers to ensure the correct duty rates are applied based on fiber length and blend composition.

Products Included

• Woven fabric of combed wool mixed with polyester staple fibers
• Combed fine animal hair fabric mixed with nylon staple fibers
• Suiting fabric containing 50% combed wool and 50% synthetic staple fibers
• Woven wool-blend fabrics for apparel (less than 85% wool)

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with 5111.30, which covers woven fabrics of carded wool mixed with man-made staple fibers. The difference lies entirely in whether the wool was carded or combed. Another common error is 5515.13, which applies to fabrics where synthetic staple fibers predominate by weight over the wool. If the wool content is 85% or more, the fabric must be moved to 5112.11 or 5112.19. Importers must have accurate fiber weight percentages and processing details to avoid these errors.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Wool synthetic fabric?

The HS code for woven fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair, containing less than 85% wool and mixed mainly with man-made staple fibers, is 5112.30.

What is the difference between carded and combed wool in HS codes?

Carded wool (Heading 5111) has shorter, fuzzy fibers, while combed wool (Heading 5112) has longer, smoother fibers. This processing difference changes the HS code classification.