HS Code 5513
Lightweight Synthetic-Cotton Blend Fabric
HS code 5513 covers woven synthetic staple fibre fabrics blended with cotton, weighing ≤ 170g/m2, with less than 85% synthetic content by weight.
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HS Code 5513 — Lightweight Synthetic-Cotton Blend Fabric
This code applies to woven fabrics where synthetic staple fibres make up less than 85% of the weight, mixed primarily with cotton. The fabric must be lightweight, specifically not exceeding 170g per square meter, typical for shirts and blouses.
What's included
- Polyester-cotton shirting fabric <170g/m2
- TC (Tetoron Cotton) fabric
- Lightweight poly-cotton twill
- Poplin blends for apparel
What's excluded
- Synthetic blends > 170g/m2 → use
5514(Heavier weight fabrics are classified under a different heading.) - Cotton-rich fabrics (Synthetic < 50%) → use
5210(If cotton is the majority component by weight, it may move to Chapter 52 depending on blend specifics.)
Common examples
- 65/35 Poly-cotton shirting material
- Printed lightweight TC fabric
- Yarn-dyed synthetic/cotton blend
- Dyed polyester-cotton poplin
Frequently asked questions
What happens if the fabric is exactly 170g/m2?
It remains under 5513, as the code covers weights 'not exceeding' 170g/m2.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 10% - 17%
- Documentation: Invoice must specify the weight in grams per square meter (GSM).
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, India, Pakistan, Thailand
- Top importers: USA, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia
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Key takeaway
Focused on lightweight apparel blends (synthetic + cotton); weight threshold of 170g/m2 is critical.
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