HS Code 5515 — Miscellaneous Woven Synthetic Staple Fabrics

This is a 'catch-all' code for woven fabrics made of synthetic staple fibres that don't fit into other specific categories. It typically includes blends with wool, fine animal hair, or mixtures other than just cotton.

What's included

Polyester-wool blend woven fabric
Synthetic-viscose-linen blends
Acrylic mixed with wool suitings
Synthetic fibres mixed with man-made filaments

What's excluded

Blends mainly with cotton → use 5513 (Cotton blends have their own specific codes (5513/5514).)
Artificial staple fibre fabrics → use 5516 (Articles of artificial fibres belong in 5516.)

Common examples

Tergal-wool suiting fabric
Polyester/viscose/elastane woven suiting
Acrylic/mohair blend fabrics
Poly-rayon-spandex woven fabric

Frequently asked questions

What does n.e.c. or n.e.s. mean?

It stands for 'not elsewhere classified' or 'not elsewhere specified,' meaning if the fabric doesn't fit specific descriptions in 5512–5514, it lands here.

Trade & shipping notes

Typical duty range: 10% - 15%
Documentation: Requires a full fibre breakdown on the Packing List (e.g., 55% Polyester, 45% Wool).
Typical shipping mode: FCL
Top exporters: China, Italy, Turkey, Japan
Top importers: Vietnam, USA, France, United Arab Emirates

Key takeaway

The primary code for high-value synthetic blends, especially those containing wool or mixed synthetic/artificial fibres.

Miscellaneous Woven Synthetic Staple Fabrics