HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5403.41 – Yarn, artificial; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of viscose rayon (not high tenacity), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread
HS code 5403.41 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, artificial, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of viscose rayon (not high tenacity), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. It is used for viscose rayon folded yarn, cabled viscose filament, multiple viscose rayon yarn, textile-grade viscose yarn and low-tenacity viscose yarn.
What HS 5403.41 covers
This HS code covers multiple (folded) or cabled yarns made from viscose rayon filament, specifically those with a linear density of less than 67 decitex, not of high tenacity, and not prepared for retail sale or as sewing thread. Viscose rayon is a regenerated cellulose fiber known for its softness, absorbency, and excellent drape, making these multi-ply yarns suitable for a wide array of textile applications. International trade involves textile manufacturers importing these yarns for weaving and knitting into apparel, home textiles like bedding and upholstery, and certain industrial fabrics. Exporters are typically large-scale yarn producers and chemical companies. The 'multiple or cabled' structure provides increased strength and bulk compared to single yarns, while 'not high tenacity' indicates their primary use in comfort-oriented textiles rather than heavy-duty industrial applications.
- Covers
- Viscose rayon folded yarn
- Cabled viscose filament
- Multiple viscose rayon yarn
- Textile-grade viscose yarn
- Low-tenacity viscose yarn
- 2-ply viscose rayon yarn
- Examples
- Birla Viscose Filament Yarn
- Sateri Viscose Rayon
- Lenzing Viscose Filament
Codes often confused with 5403.41
Common mistake. Can be confused with single viscose rayon yarns (540331) or high-tenacity viscose rayon yarns (540310), which have different applications and properties, necessitating structural and tenacity checks.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540341, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540341 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 33% 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 $55M 50% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $31M 29% of world exports
- 3 Italy $7.9M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $110M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $34M 33% of world imports
- 2 India $13M 13% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $9.0M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $104M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5403.41
Brazil does not split HS 5403.41: its NCM code is 5403.41.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 54.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5403.41
What is HS code 540341?
HS code 540341 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn, artificial; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of viscose rayon (not high tenacity), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This HS code covers multiple (folded) or cabled yarns made from viscose rayon filament, specifically those with a linear density of less than 67 decitex, not of high tenacity, and not prepared for retail sale or as sewing thread. Viscose rayon is a regenerated cellulose fiber known for its softness, absorbency, and excellent drape, making these multi-ply yarns suitable for a wide array of textile applications. International trade involves textile manufacturers importing these yarns for weaving and knitting into apparel, home textiles like bedding and upholstery, and certain industrial fabrics. Exporters are typically large-scale yarn producers and chemical companies. The 'multiple or cabled' structure provides increased strength and bulk compared to single yarns, while 'not high tenacity' indicates their primary use in comfort-oriented textiles rather than heavy-duty industrial applications.
What products fall under HS code 540341?
Viscose rayon folded yarn, cabled viscose filament, multiple viscose rayon yarn, textile-grade viscose yarn, low-tenacity viscose yarn, 2-ply viscose rayon yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540341?
Can be confused with single viscose rayon yarns (540331) or high-tenacity viscose rayon yarns (540310), which have different applications and properties, necessitating structural and tenacity checks.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540341?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540341 in UN Comtrade data were China ($55M, 50% of world exports), Czechia ($31M) and Italy ($7.9M). World exports came to about $110M, 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 540341?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540341 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($34M, 33% of world imports), India ($13M) and Türkiye ($9.0M). World imports came to about $104M, 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 540341 structured?
HS code 540341 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (54) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540341?
In Brazil, HS code 540341 is NCM 5403.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.