HS 551299 Other

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What products does HS 551299 cover?

This subheading covers "other" woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, not containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, and not specified or included elsewhere under Heading 5512. According to the World Customs Organization (WCO) Harmonized System Nomenclature, this category captures fabrics where the synthetic staple fibre content is less than 85% by weight, but still constitutes the principal component, and the fabric is not otherwise classified. The USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the EU TARIC database provide further detail on specific fabric constructions and compositions that fall within this residual classification.

What falls outside HS 551299?

The following products are excluded from HS 551299: woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres (classified under 551211 to 551219), and woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres that are specifically classified under other headings, such as those containing significant proportions of other fibres or those with specific finishes or treatments not covered by this residual category. For instance, fabrics primarily composed of cotton or wool, even if blended with synthetic staple fibres, would be classified elsewhere. Similarly, technical textiles with specialized applications may fall under different HS codes.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 551299?

A common error is misinterpreting the "other" designation, leading to the incorrect classification of fabrics that should be placed in more specific subheadings within Heading 5512 or even other Chapters. This often arises from not accurately determining the fibre composition by weight, which is crucial for applying Section XI of the Harmonized System. For example, a fabric with 85% or more synthetic staple fibres, but mistakenly classified here, would violate General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 3, which prioritize specific headings and subheadings over residual ones.

How should importers classify products under HS 551299?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 551299 involves a meticulous examination of the fabric's fibre composition by weight, as per Section XI of the Harmonized System. Importers and customs brokers must first determine if the fabric meets the criteria of Heading 5512 (woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres). Subsequently, they must ascertain if it contains 85% or more of synthetic staple fibres. If not, and if it is not specifically classified elsewhere, then HS 551299 becomes the appropriate classification. Reviewing the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System is also recommended.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 551299?

A shipment of 1,000 square meters of a polyester-viscose blend woven fabric, weighing 150 grams per square meter, declared at a customs value of $2,500 USD, would attract a US duty of $125.00. This is calculated using the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate of 5.0% ad valorem, applied to the declared customs value ($2,500 USD × 0.05 = $125.00). This calculation is based on the MFN rate published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule for HS code 551299.90.00.

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 551299?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 551299, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) for eligible developing countries. Under USMCA, originating fabrics from Mexico or Canada may be eligible for a duty rate of Free, provided a valid Certificate of Origin is presented. For GSP beneficiaries, the preferential rate can also be Free, requiring a GSP Form A. Documentation requirements vary by jurisdiction, with USMCA typically needing a self-certified origin statement and GSP requiring the specific form.

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