Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached

HS v2017 Code: 551219

About fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached

HS code 551219 covers woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibers, primarily polyester, with a content of 85% or more by weight. These fabrics are used in a wide range of applications, including clothing, home textiles, and industrial products. As a key component of the global textile and apparel industry, this category plays a vital role in international trade and the broader economy.

Production process

The production of fabrics under HS code 551219 typically involves a multi-step process. First, polyester staple fibers are spun into yarns using techniques such as ring spinning or open-end spinning. The yarns are then woven into fabrics using looms, which can be powered mechanically or electronically. The woven fabrics may undergo additional finishing processes, such as dyeing, printing, or chemical treatment, to impart desired properties and aesthetics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of fabrics under HS code 551219 include polyester staple fibers, which serve as the primary raw material. Other inputs may include dyes, chemicals, and machinery such as spinning frames, looms, and finishing equipment. The availability and quality of these inputs can significantly impact the production process and the final product characteristics.

Production outputs

Fabrics produced under HS code 551219 are primarily used in the manufacture of a wide range of textile products, including 610339 Men's or boys' jackets and blazers, 620342 Men's or boys' trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, 630231 Bed linen, of cotton, and 630260 Toilet linen and kitchen linen, of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton. These fabrics may also be used in the production of industrial textiles, such as 630900 Worn clothing and other worn articles, 590320 Textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, other than those of heading 5902, and 630900 Worn clothing and other worn articles.

Revisions to 551219

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 551219. The most recent 1 version of this code (551219) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 551219 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/55'>55: Man-made staple fibres</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5512'>5512: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551219'>551219: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551211'>551211: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, unbleached or bleached</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551221'>551221: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, unbleached or bleached</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551229'>551229: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551291'>551291: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5512, unbleached or bleached</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551299'>551299: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5512, other than unbleached or bleached</a>"]

    

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