Fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair

HS v2017 Code: 551522

About fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair

HS code 551522 covers a specific category of woven fabrics that are composed primarily of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, blended with wool or fine animal hair. These fabrics are widely used in the textile and apparel industries, offering a unique combination of durability, warmth, and aesthetic appeal. As a key component of the global textile supply chain, this industry plays a vital role in meeting the demand for high-quality, versatile fabrics across a range of applications.

Production process

The production of fabrics under HS code 551522 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers are spun into yarns, which are then woven or knitted into the desired fabric structure. The addition of wool or fine animal hair is achieved through blending the different fibers during the spinning or weaving stages. Advanced techniques, such as dyeing, finishing, and treatment processes, are often employed to enhance the fabric's properties, such as color, texture, and performance characteristics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of fabrics under HS code 551522 include acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, wool or fine animal hair, and various chemicals and auxiliaries used in the dyeing, finishing, and treatment processes. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as spinning frames, weaving or knitting machines, and finishing equipment, are essential for the manufacturing of these fabrics.

Production outputs

Fabrics produced under HS code 551522 are primarily used in the apparel and textile industries, where they are further processed into a wide range of garments, accessories, and home furnishings. These fabrics may be consumed by manufacturers of 611000 Apparel, knitted or crocheted, 620000 Apparel, not knitted or crocheted, and 630000 Textiles, made-up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags, among others.

Revisions to 551522

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 551522. The most recent 1 version of this code (551522) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 551522 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/55'>55: Man-made staple fibres</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5515'>5515: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 55</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551522'>551522: Fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551511'>551511: Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with viscose rayon staple fibres</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551512'>551512: Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551513'>551513: Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551519'>551519: Fabrics, woven; of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.1</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551521'>551521: Fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551529'>551529: Fabrics, woven; of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5515.2</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551591'>551591: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551599'>551599: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5515</a>"]

    

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