HS Code 5514
Heavyweight Synthetic-Cotton Blend Fabric
HS code 5514 covers woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres mixed with cotton, with a weight exceeding 170g/m2 and containing less than 85% synthetic fibre con
HS Code 5514 — Heavyweight Synthetic-Cotton Blend Fabric
This code is for woven fabrics containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibres, blended mainly with cotton, but weighing more than 170g per square meter. These are typically used for workwear, heavy uniforms, and upholstery.
What's included
- Heavy poly-cotton drill for workwear
- Synthetic-cotton denim blends
- Upholstery weight TC fabrics
- Heavyweight polyester-cotton twill
What's excluded
- Lightweight TC fabric (< 170g/m2) → use
5513(Subject to a different 4-digit heading based on weight.) - 100% Synthetic heavy fabrics → use
5512(Fabrics with 85% or more synthetic content are in 5512.)
Common examples
- 250 GSM poly-cotton canvas
- Workwear twill (65% Poly / 35% Cotton)
- Protective clothing fabric (heavy blend)
- Dyed industrial uniform fabric
Frequently asked questions
Why is weight so important for these fabrics?
Customs duties often differ between lightweight consumer apparel and heavyweight industrial/protective fabrics, hence the 170g/m2 split.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 8% - 14%
- Documentation: Ensure GSM (grams per square meter) is verified by laboratory testing to avoid 5513/5514 disputes.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Pakistan, India, Turkey
- Top importers: Germany, USA, France, UK
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Key takeaway
Reserved for heavy-duty blends (over 170g/m2); primarily for industrial and professional workwear markets.
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