HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5402.61 – Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread
HS code 5402.61 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. It is used for fine nylon multi-filament yarn, cabled polyamide weaving yarn, folded nylon knitting yarn, industrial nylon textile yarn and apparel grade polyamide yarn.
What HS 5402.61 covers
This code covers fine, multiple (folded) or cabled filament yarns made from nylon or other polyamides. These yarns are characterized by a low decitex count (less than 67), indicating a fine thread, and are specifically "multiple" or "cabled," meaning several single yarns have been twisted together. They are not high tenacity or textured, and are not for retail sale or as sewing thread, serving as industrial inputs. Nylon yarns are prized for their strength, elasticity, and abrasion resistance. Major importers include manufacturers of hosiery, lingerie, activewear, and technical textiles in countries like Italy, Germany, and the USA. Exporters are typically large synthetic fiber producers in Asia (e.g., China, Taiwan, South Korea) and Europe, where advanced polymerization and spinning technologies are prevalent. Understanding the "multiple (folded) or cabled" aspect is critical, as it distinguishes these yarns from single yarns and impacts their strength and bulk properties for specific fabric constructions.
- Covers
- Fine nylon multi-filament yarn
- Cabled polyamide weaving yarn
- Folded nylon knitting yarn
- Industrial nylon textile yarn
- Apparel grade polyamide yarn
- Technical nylon filament
- Examples
Invista CORDURA (though CORDURA is often high tenacity, this is a general example of nylon use), Ascend Performance Materials nylon yarn, BASF polyamide yarn, UBE Industries nylon filament
Codes often confused with 5402.61
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 540231 (high tenacity nylon yarn) or 540245 (textured nylon yarn) if the specific properties are overlooked. It's also distinct from 540251 which covers single, low-twist nylon yarns.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540261, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540261 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 15% 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 China $164M 63% of world exports
- 2 India $17M 6.6% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $12M 4.7% of world exports
World total: $261M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$39M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Belgium $20M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 Denmark $16M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $256M 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. 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 codes for 5402.61 2
Brazil splits HS 5402.61 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5402.61.10 Aramid multiple or cabled filament yarnDe aramidas
- 5402.61.90 Non-aramid polyamide multiple/cabled filament yarnOutros
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 5402.61
What is HS code 540261?
HS code 540261 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This code covers fine, multiple (folded) or cabled filament yarns made from nylon or other polyamides. These yarns are characterized by a low decitex count (less than 67), indicating a fine thread, and are specifically "multiple" or "cabled," meaning several single yarns have been twisted together. They are not high tenacity or textured, and are not for retail sale or as sewing thread, serving as industrial inputs. Nylon yarns are prized for their strength, elasticity, and abrasion resistance. Major importers include manufacturers of hosiery, lingerie, activewear, and technical textiles in countries like Italy, Germany, and the USA. Exporters are typically large synthetic fiber producers in Asia (e.g., China, Taiwan, South Korea) and Europe, where advanced polymerization and spinning technologies are prevalent. Understanding the "multiple (folded) or cabled" aspect is critical, as it distinguishes these yarns from single yarns and impacts their strength and bulk properties for specific fabric constructions.
What products fall under HS code 540261?
Fine nylon multi-filament yarn, cabled polyamide weaving yarn, folded nylon knitting yarn, industrial nylon textile yarn, apparel grade polyamide yarn, technical nylon filament
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540261?
This code can be confused with 540231 (high tenacity nylon yarn) or 540245 (textured nylon yarn) if the specific properties are overlooked. It's also distinct from 540251 which covers single, low-twist nylon yarns.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540261?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540261 in UN Comtrade data were China ($164M, 63% of world exports), India ($17M) and Indonesia ($12M). World exports came to about $261M, 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 540261?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540261 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $39M, 15% of world imports), Belgium ($20M) and Denmark ($16M). World imports came to about $256M, 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 540261 structured?
HS code 540261 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 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540261?
Brazil splits HS code 540261 into 2 NCM codes: 5402.61.10 (Aramid multiple or cabled filament yarn), 5402.61.90 (Non-aramid polyamide multiple/cabled filament yarn). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.