HSChapter 55

Woven Fabrics of Acrylic or Modacrylic Staple Fibers, Under 85%, Mixed with Manmade Filaments

Name: Woven Fabrics of Acrylic or Modacrylic Staple Fibers, Under 85%, Mixed with Manmade Filaments (HS 551521) -- U.S. Import Data
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/about/policies/open-gov/open-data.html

$411KU.S. imports · April 2026HS 551521

USTS

Sign in

HSChapter 55

Woven Fabrics of Acrylic or Modacrylic Staple Fibers, Under 85%, Mixed with Manmade Filaments

$411KU.S. imports · April 2026HS 551521

U.S. imports of woven fabrics of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, under 85%, mixed with manmade filaments (HS 551521) totaled $411K in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Acrylic and modacrylic staple fibers blended with manmade filaments produce woven fabrics valued for their wool-like softness, colorfastness, and flame-retardant properties — the modacrylic variant in particular is used in protective and flame-resistant textile applications. Turkey is the leading US supplier under this heading, with Germany and Italy also significant sources, reflecting European expertise in specialty acrylic weaving. The US schedule includes poplin/broadcloth (5515210010), printcloth (5515210030), satin/twill weaves (5515210040), and a residual NESOI line (5515210090). Distinguishing acrylic from modacrylic is relevant for end-use compliance but both fiber types share this heading.

AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.

Trade tools

HS Code Lookup Trade Balance Calculator All Tools

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the practical difference between acrylic and modacrylic staple fibers for classification purposes?

Both acrylic (85% or more acrylonitrile units) and modacrylic (35–85% acrylonitrile units) staple fibers are covered together under heading 551521, so the distinction does not affect the heading-level classification. However, modacrylic's flame-retardant characteristics may trigger separate product safety or flammability compliance requirements depending on the end-use application.

How does the manmade filament component affect the classification compared to other 5515 headings?

The secondary fiber being a manmade filament — rather than a staple fiber such as viscose rayon or wool — is the defining feature of heading 551521. If the secondary fiber is wool or fine animal hair, the fabric moves to 551522; if it is another staple fiber, it falls under 551529. Yarn construction records from the mill are the most reliable way to confirm filament versus staple status.

U.S. imports of woven fabrics of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, under 85%, mixed with manmade filaments (HS 551521) totaled $411K in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Acrylic and modacrylic staple fibers blended with manmade filaments produce woven fabrics valued for their wool-like softness, colorfastness, and flame-retardant properties — the modacrylic variant in particular is used in protective and flame-resistant textile applications. Turkey is the leading US supplier under this heading, with Germany and Italy also significant sources, reflecting European expertise in specialty acrylic weaving. The US schedule includes poplin/broadcloth (5515210010), printcloth (5515210030), satin/twill weaves (5515210040), and a residual NESOI line (5515210090). Distinguishing acrylic from modacrylic is relevant for end-use compliance but both fiber types share this heading.

AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.

Imports: $411K; from 13 countries
Exports: $425K
Trade balance: Surplus of $14K; net exporter

YTD $1.8M (April 2026) · 153 shipments/mo

Top trading partners

View all 13

Country	Imports	Exports	Balance
TURKEY	$284K	--	-$284K
MEXICO	--	$276K	+$276K
COLOMBIA	--	$95K	+$95K
GERMANY	$53K	--	-$53K
ITALY	$50K	--	-$50K

TURKEY

Imports$284K

Exports--

Balance-$284K

MEXICO

Imports--

Exports$276K

Balance+$276K

COLOMBIA

Imports--

Exports$95K

Balance+$95K

GERMANY

Imports$53K

Exports--

Balance-$53K

ITALY

Imports$50K

Exports--

Balance-$50K

Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

Suppliers

Supplier Network

Are you a supplier of this product?

Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 551521 — Woven Fabrics of Acrylic or Modacrylic Staple Fibers, Under 85%, Mixed with Manmade Filaments. Be the first supplier listed.

Trade tools

HS Code Lookup Trade Balance Calculator All Tools

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the practical difference between acrylic and modacrylic staple fibers for classification purposes?

Both acrylic (85% or more acrylonitrile units) and modacrylic (35–85% acrylonitrile units) staple fibers are covered together under heading 551521, so the distinction does not affect the heading-level classification. However, modacrylic's flame-retardant characteristics may trigger separate product safety or flammability compliance requirements depending on the end-use application.

How does the manmade filament component affect the classification compared to other 5515 headings?

The secondary fiber being a manmade filament — rather than a staple fiber such as viscose rayon or wool — is the defining feature of heading 551521. If the secondary fiber is wool or fine animal hair, the fabric moves to 551522; if it is another staple fiber, it falls under 551529. Yarn construction records from the mill are the most reliable way to confirm filament versus staple status.

Suppliers

Supplier Network

Are you a supplier of this product?

Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 551521 — Woven Fabrics of Acrylic or Modacrylic Staple Fibers, Under 85%, Mixed with Manmade Filaments. Be the first supplier listed.

Imports: $411K; from 13 countries
Exports: $425K
Trade balance: Surplus of $14K; net exporter

YTD $1.8M (April 2026) · 153 shipments/mo