HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5402.69 – Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread
HS code 5402.69 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. It is used for polyester multifilament yarn, nylon cabled yarn, polypropylene multiple yarn, acrylic filament yarn (non-textured) and spandex cabled yarn.
What HS 5402.69 covers
This HS code covers synthetic filament yarn, specifically multiple (folded) or cabled, that is not high tenacity or textured, and not put up for retail sale or used as sewing thread. These yarns are crucial intermediate products in the textile industry, valued for their strength, durability, and versatility. They are primarily used in the manufacturing of woven and knitted fabrics for apparel, home furnishings, and various industrial applications like ropes, nets, and technical textiles. Major importers are textile mills, fabric manufacturers, and industrial product producers seeking bulk quantities of specialized yarns. Exporters are large-scale chemical fiber producers and yarn spinning companies. Key things to know include the importance of denier, twist level, and material composition (e.g., polyester, nylon) for specific end-uses, and the global supply chain's reliance on efficient bulk trade of these foundational materials.
- Covers
- Polyester multifilament yarn
- Nylon cabled yarn
- Polypropylene multiple yarn
- Acrylic filament yarn (non-textured)
- Spandex cabled yarn
- High-denier synthetic yarn
- Industrial sewing yarn (bulk)
- Examples
- Invista Cordura yarn (base material)
- Toray polyester yarn
- Hyosung creora (base material)
- DuPont nylon yarn
- Reliance Industries polyester yarn
Codes often confused with 5402.69
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 540233 (textured polyester yarn) or 540244 (other synthetic single yarn) if the distinction between textured/non-textured, single/multiple, or specific material type is not carefully made.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540269, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540269 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 9.8% 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 $129M 63% of world exports
- 2 United States $26M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $8.8M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $205M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $16M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$15M 9.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $11M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $166M 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 code for 5402.69
Brazil does not split HS 5402.69: its NCM code is 5402.69.00.
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 5402.69
What is HS code 540269?
HS code 540269 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This HS code covers synthetic filament yarn, specifically multiple (folded) or cabled, that is not high tenacity or textured, and not put up for retail sale or used as sewing thread. These yarns are crucial intermediate products in the textile industry, valued for their strength, durability, and versatility. They are primarily used in the manufacturing of woven and knitted fabrics for apparel, home furnishings, and various industrial applications like ropes, nets, and technical textiles. Major importers are textile mills, fabric manufacturers, and industrial product producers seeking bulk quantities of specialized yarns. Exporters are large-scale chemical fiber producers and yarn spinning companies. Key things to know include the importance of denier, twist level, and material composition (e.g., polyester, nylon) for specific end-uses, and the global supply chain's reliance on efficient bulk trade of these foundational materials.
What products fall under HS code 540269?
Polyester multifilament yarn, Nylon cabled yarn, Polypropylene multiple yarn, Acrylic filament yarn (non-textured), Spandex cabled yarn, High-denier synthetic yarn, Industrial sewing yarn (bulk)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540269?
This code is often confused with 540233 (textured polyester yarn) or 540244 (other synthetic single yarn) if the distinction between textured/non-textured, single/multiple, or specific material type is not carefully made.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540269?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540269 in UN Comtrade data were China ($129M, 63% of world exports), the United States ($26M) and Germany ($8.8M). World exports came to about $205M, 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 540269?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540269 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($16M, 9.8% of world imports), Vietnam (about $15M) and China ($11M). World imports came to about $166M, 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 540269 structured?
HS code 540269 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540269?
In Brazil, HS code 540269 is NCM 5402.69.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.