HS Heading 5911 : Textile products and articles, for technical uses, specified in note 8 to this chapter
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 5911 encompasses textile products and articles, for technical uses, specified in note 8 to this chapter. It classifies 6 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 59 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 5911
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5911.10 | Textile fabrics, felt and felt-lined woven fabrics, coated, covered or laminated with rubber, leather or other material, of a kind used for card clothing, and similar fabrics of a kind used for other technical purposes, including narrow fabrics made of velvet impregnated with rubber, for covering weaving spindles (weaving beams) | 59 | View 5911.10 Package → |
| 5911.20 | Textile products and articles, for technical uses, specified in note 8 to this chapter, Bolting cloth, whether or not made up | 59 | View 5911.20 Package → |
| 5911.31 | Textile fabrics and felts, endless or fitted with linking devices, of a kind used in papermaking or similar machines (for example, for pulp or asbestos-cement), Weighing less than 650 g/m2 | 59 | View 5911.31 Package → |
| 5911.32 | Textile fabrics and felts, endless or fitted with linking devices, of a kind used in papermaking or similar machines (for example, for pulp or asbestos-cement), Weighing 650 g/m2 or more | 59 | View 5911.32 Package → |
| 5911.40 | Textile products and articles, for technical uses, specified in note 8 to this chapter, Filtering or straining cloth of a kind used in oil presses or the like, including that of human hair | 59 | View 5911.40 Package → |
| 5911.90 | Textile products and articles, for technical uses, specified in note 8 to this chapter, Other | 59 | View 5911.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 5911
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 5911 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 5911 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 5911 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 5911?
HS Heading 5911 covers Textile products and articles, for technical uses, specified in note 8 to this chapter, grouping 6 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 5911?
Subheadings under Heading 5911 range from 5911.11 to 5911.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 5911?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 5911 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 5911?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 5911?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 5911?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 5911 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 5911?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 5911?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 5911?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.