HS Code Subheading

Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

5402.46 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 540246

This HS code specifically covers fine, partially oriented polyester (POY) filament yarns, with a linear density below 67 decitex. These yarns are not high tenacity or textured, are single, and have a low twist (50 turns or less per meter), intended solely for industrial processing. POY is an intermediate product, designed to be further drawn and textured into fully drawn yarn (FDY) or drawn textured yarn (DTY). Its "partially oriented" state means it has undergone some drawing but retains latent stretch, making it ideal for subsequent processing. Major importers are textile manufacturers and yarn processors in countries like India, Pakistan, Vietnam, and Turkey, which have large downstream textile industries. Exporters are typically large petrochemical and synthetic fiber producers, predominantly from China, India, and Taiwan, where the scale of production for polyester raw materials is immense. Key aspects include the "partially oriented" nature, which is critical for its subsequent processing, and the "less than 67 decitex" for fine yarn applications.

Products Under This Code

Fine Denier Polyester POY, Partially Oriented Polyester Filament Yarn, Polyester Pre-Oriented Yarn, Low Denier POY, Untwisted Polyester POY, Single Polyester POY

Real World Examples

Reliance Industries Recron POY, Indorama Ventures POY, Far Eastern New Century (FENC) POY, Sinopec POY, Zhejiang Hengyi Group POY

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 540247 (fully drawn, non-textured polyester yarn) or 540233 (textured polyester yarn) if the "partially oriented" characteristic is not correctly identified.

Products Classified Under 5402.46

Partially oriented polyester yarnPOY yarn

Related Codes

5402.11 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; of aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.19 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; other than aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.20 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of polyesters, whether or not textured, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.31 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn not more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.32 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.33 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.34 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polypropylene, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.39 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, other than of nylon or other polymides, polyesters, or polypropylene, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.44 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, elastomeric, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread 5402.45 Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China, India, and Taiwan are dominant exporters, while India, Pakistan, and Vietnam are major importers for further processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 540246?

HS code 540246 covers: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This HS code specifically covers fine, partially oriented polyester (POY) filament yarns, with a linear density below 67 decitex. These yarns are not high tenacity or textured, are single, and have a low twist (50 turns or less per meter), intended solely for industrial processing. POY is an intermediate product, designed to be further drawn and textured into fully drawn yarn (FDY) or drawn textured yarn (DTY). Its "partially oriented" state means it has undergone some drawing but retains latent stretch, making it ideal for subsequent processing. Major importers are textile manufacturers and yarn processors in countries like India, Pakistan, Vietnam, and Turkey, which have large downstream textile industries. Exporters are typically large petrochemical and synthetic fiber producers, predominantly from China, India, and Taiwan, where the scale of production for polyester raw materials is immense. Key aspects include the "partially oriented" nature, which is critical for its subsequent processing, and the "less than 67 decitex" for fine yarn applications.

What products fall under HS code 540246?

Fine Denier Polyester POY, Partially Oriented Polyester Filament Yarn, Polyester Pre-Oriented Yarn, Low Denier POY, Untwisted Polyester POY, Single Polyester POY

What are common misclassifications for HS code 540246?

This code is often confused with 540247 (fully drawn, non-textured polyester yarn) or 540233 (textured polyester yarn) if the "partially oriented" characteristic is not correctly identified.

How is HS code 540246 structured?

HS code 540246 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (54) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (46) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.