5512 - Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing 85 percent or more by weight of synthetic staple fibers:
Sub-classifications
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5512 1100
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5512 1900
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Overview
This HTS category, 5512, encompasses woven fabrics predominantly composed of synthetic staple fibers. Specifically, these textiles must contain at least 85 percent by weight of synthetic staple fibers. This classification is situated within Section XI, covering a broad spectrum of textiles and textile articles, and Chapter 55, which focuses on man-made staple fibers. The "woven" aspect is crucial here, differentiating these fabrics from knitted or other non-woven textile constructions.
Distinguishing HTS 5512 from its direct siblings at the root level is straightforward, as the sibling categories primarily cover live animals, unrelated to textile goods. However, within the broader context of Section XI, this category is distinct from other chapters dealing with yarns, other textile fabrics, or finished textile articles. The emphasis on "synthetic staple fibers" also separates it from woven fabrics made from natural fibers (e.g., cotton, wool) or continuous synthetic filaments.
The subcategories within 5512 provide a further level of specificity based on the type of synthetic staple fiber present. These subdivisions often delineate between fabrics primarily made of polyester staple fibers and those made of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, along with an "other" category for fabrics meeting the 85% synthetic staple fiber threshold but not falling into the explicitly named fiber types. This granular breakdown is essential for accurate duty assessment and trade statistics.