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 1100 10
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5512 1100 22
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5512 1100 27
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5512 1100 30
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5512 1100 40
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5512 1100 50
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5512 1100 60
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5512 1100 70
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5512 1100 90
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5512 1900
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5512 1900 10
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5512 1900 15
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5512 1900 22
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5512 1900 27
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5512 1900 30
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5512 1900 35
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5512 1900 40
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5512 1900 45
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5512 1900 50
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5512 1900 90
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5512 2100
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5512 2100 10
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5512 2100 20
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5512 2100 30
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5512 2100 40
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5512 2100 50
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5512 2100 60
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5512 2100 70
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5512 2100 90
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5512 2900
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5512 2900 10
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5512 2900 20
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5512 2900 25
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5512 2900 30
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5512 2900 35
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5512 2900 40
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5512 2900 45
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5512 2900 90
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5512 9100
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5512 9100 10
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5512 9100 40
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5512 9100 50
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5512 9100 70
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5512 9100 90
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5512 9900
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5512 9900 10
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5512 9900 25
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5512 9900 90
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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.