HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5402.46 – 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

HS code 5402.46 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for fine Denier Polyester POY, partially Oriented Polyester Filament Yarn, polyester Pre-Oriented Yarn, low Denier POY and untwisted Polyester POY.

What HS 5402.46 covers

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.

Covers
  • Fine Denier Polyester POY
  • Partially Oriented Polyester Filament Yarn
  • Polyester Pre-Oriented Yarn
  • Low Denier POY
  • Untwisted Polyester POY
  • Single Polyester POY
Examples
  • Reliance Industries Recron POY
  • Indorama Ventures POY
  • Far Eastern New Century (FENC) POY
  • Sinopec POY
  • Zhejiang Hengyi Group POY

Codes often confused with 5402.46

Common mistake. 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.

5402.47Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), not partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread5402.33Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

Top exporters and importers of HS code 540246, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540246 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 73% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $668M
  2. 2 India $65M
  3. 3 Taiwan* ~$35M

World total: $910M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Egypt $266M
  2. 2 Indonesia $148M
  3. 3 Türkiye $115M

World total: $978M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 5402.46

Brazil does not split HS 5402.46: its NCM code is 5402.46.00.

  1. 5402.46.00 Partially oriented polyester yarn, max 50 turns/mOutros, de poliésteres, parcialmente orientados

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 54.02 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5402.46

What is HS code 540246?

HS code 540246 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540246?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540246 in UN Comtrade data were China ($668M, 73% of world exports), India ($65M) and Taiwan (about $35M). World exports came to about $910M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 540246?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540246 in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($266M, 27% of world imports), Indonesia ($148M) and Türkiye ($115M). World imports came to about $978M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540246?

In Brazil, HS code 540246 is NCM 5402.46.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.