HS Code:
The category 'Other woven fabrics, containing less than 85 percent by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton' (HS Code: 540792) includes woven fabrics that are a blend of synthetic filaments and cotton, where synthetic filaments constitute less than 85% of the fabric's weight. These fabrics are commonly used in apparel, home textiles, and industrial applications due to their blend of durability from synthetic fibers and comfort from cotton. This category is significant in the global textile trade, reflecting a balance between cost, functionality, and versatility in textile manufacturing.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by some African and South American countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-India FTA)
Rising demand for sustainable textiles
Increased focus on eco-friendly production methods and organic cotton blends is driving market shifts, with exporters adopting greener practices to meet consumer and regulatory demands.
2021-2022
Shift in production to South Asia
Lower labor and production costs in countries like India and Pakistan have led to a gradual shift of manufacturing bases from traditional hubs like Europe, boosting export volumes from these regions.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in weaving
Innovations in weaving technology have improved fabric quality and reduced production costs, making these fabrics more competitive against fully synthetic alternatives.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter environmental and labor standards for imported woven fabrics, requiring exporters to comply with sustainability certifications.
March 2023
This could increase costs for non-compliant exporters, particularly in developing countries, while benefiting those already aligned with sustainable practices.
A revised trade agreement between the US and China reduced tariffs on certain textile categories, including mixed synthetic-cotton fabrics, to promote bilateral trade.
January 2023
This is expected to boost Chinese exports to the US, potentially affecting market shares of other exporting countries like India and Turkey.
The Indian government introduced a new incentive scheme offering rebates on exported woven fabrics to strengthen its position in the global market.
October 2022
This initiative is likely to further increase India's trade volume and competitiveness in this category over the next few years.