Fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2

HS v2017 Code: 551422

About fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2

HS code 551422 covers a specific type of woven fabric that is widely used in the textile and apparel industries. This fabric, characterized by its 3- or 4-thread twill weave structure, is a popular choice for a variety of applications due to its durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. As a key component in the global textile supply chain, the production and trade of this fabric play a significant role in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of the fabrics covered under HS code 551422 typically involves a multi-step process. The primary raw materials, which include polyester staple fibers and cotton, are first spun into yarns. These yarns are then woven together using specialized looms to create the desired 3- or 4-thread twill weave pattern. The resulting fabric is then dyed to achieve the desired color, ensuring a consistent and uniform appearance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the fabrics covered under HS code 551422 include polyester staple fibers, cotton, and various dyeing chemicals and auxiliaries. Additionally, specialized weaving machinery, such as shuttleless looms, is essential for the efficient and accurate creation of the 3- or 4-thread twill weave structure. The availability and quality of these raw materials and production equipment are crucial factors in determining the overall output and competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The fabrics produced under HS code 551422 are primarily used in the manufacturing of a wide range of textile and apparel products, including clothing, upholstery, and industrial textiles. These fabrics may be further processed or combined with other materials to create finished goods that are then consumed by 611 Apparel, knitted or crocheted, 621 Apparel, not knitted or crocheted, and 630 Other made-up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags industries.

Revisions to 551422

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 551422. The most recent 1 version of this code (551422) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 551422 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/55'>55: Man-made staple fibres</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5514'>5514: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551422'>551422: Fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551411'>551411: Fabrics, woven; plain weave, unbleached or bleached, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551412'>551412: Fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, unbleached or bleached, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, over 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551419'>551419: Fabrics, woven; unbleached or bleached, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres n.e.c. in item no. 55.14.1, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551421'>551421: Fabrics, woven; plain weave, dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551423'>551423: Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2, n.e.c. in heading no. 5514</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551429'>551429: Fabrics, woven; dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551430'>551430: Fabrics, woven; of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551441'>551441: Fabrics, woven; plain weave, printed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551442'>551442: Fabrics, woven; 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, printed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551443'>551443: Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, weight exceeding 170g/m2, n.e.c. in heading no. 5514</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551449'>551449: Fabrics, woven; printed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]

    

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    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



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class E level6
class F level6
class G level6
class H level6
class I level6
class J level6
class K level6
class L level6
class M level6
class N level6

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