HS Code 55: Man-made staple fibres

Q: Is HS code 55 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 55 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 55 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 55?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 55.

What is HS Code 55

HS Code 55 covers Man-made staple fibres. It is one of the 96 chapters of the WCO Harmonized System, sitting in Section XI (Textiles and textile articles). The two digits "55" are the chapter level — every 4-digit heading and 6-digit subheading starting with "55" belongs here.

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What does HS Code 55 Man-made staple fibres Cover?

Section XI

Chapters (50-63) Textiles and textile articles

Chapter 55

Man-made staple fibres

HS Code 5501

Synthetic filament tow

HS Code 5502

Artificial filament tow

HS Code 5503

Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

HS Code 5504

Artificial staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

HS Code 5505

Waste (including noils, yarn waste and garnetted stock), of man-made fibres

HS Code 5506

Synthetic staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

HS Code 5507

Artificial staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

HS Code 5508

Sewing thread of man-made staple fibres, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS Code 5509

Yarn (other than sewing thread) of synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale

HS Code 5510

Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale

HS Code 5511

Yarn (not sewing thread), of man-made staple fibres, put up for retail sale

HS Code 5512

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres

HS Code 5513

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2

HS Code 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

HS Code 5515

Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 55

HS Code 5516

Woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres

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What HS Codes for Man-Made Staple Fibres Do Not Cover

Chapter 55 covers man-made staple fibers (cut fibers) and yarns and fabrics thereof. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Man-made filaments (continuous)

Chapter 54

Polypropylene strip > 5 mm

Chapter 39

Garments

Chapters 61, 62

Non-woven fabrics

Chapter 56

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Related HS Codes under Man-Made Staple Fibres HS 55