HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5407.20 – Fabrics, woven; from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials
HS code 5407.20 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials. It is used for woven polypropylene sacks fabric, polyethylene tarpaulin fabric, geotextile fabric from synthetic strips, shade net fabric and ground cover fabric.
What HS 5407.20 covers
This HS code covers woven fabrics manufactured from synthetic textile strips or similar flat materials, rather than traditional round yarns. These strips are typically made from polypropylene, polyethylene, or other synthetic polymers, and are often used to create highly durable, lightweight, and sometimes breathable fabrics. The international trade in these fabrics is vital for sectors requiring robust, often weather-resistant, and cost-effective materials. Major importers include manufacturers of packaging, agricultural products, and outdoor equipment in various countries, while exporters are predominantly nations with strong petrochemical and textile industries, such as China, India, and Vietnam. Key considerations for traders involve the width and thickness of the strips, the weave pattern (e.g., plain, leno), UV stabilization, and any specific coatings or treatments for water resistance or anti-slip properties. The market is influenced by demand for bulk packaging, geotextiles, and agricultural covers, where durability and cost-efficiency are paramount.
- Covers
- Woven polypropylene sacks fabric
- Polyethylene tarpaulin fabric
- Geotextile fabric from synthetic strips
- Shade net fabric
- Ground cover fabric
- Bulk bag (FIBC) fabric
- Woven synthetic matting
- Examples
- Raffia fabric
- FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container) fabric
- Tarpaulin material (woven base)
- Geotextile membranes
- Agricultural shade cloths
Codes often confused with 5407.20
Common mistake. This code might be confused with other woven synthetic fabrics in 5407 made from filament yarn, or with non-woven fabrics of Chapter 56, as the "strip or the like" characteristic is crucial for classification here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540720, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540720 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 $276M 23% of world exports
- 2 India $123M 11% of world exports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $91M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $309M 23% of world imports
- 2 Canada $67M 4.9% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $57M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 5407.20
Brazil does not split HS 5407.20: its NCM code is 5407.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 54.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5407.20
What is HS code 540720?
HS code 540720 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials. This HS code covers woven fabrics manufactured from synthetic textile strips or similar flat materials, rather than traditional round yarns. These strips are typically made from polypropylene, polyethylene, or other synthetic polymers, and are often used to create highly durable, lightweight, and sometimes breathable fabrics. The international trade in these fabrics is vital for sectors requiring robust, often weather-resistant, and cost-effective materials. Major importers include manufacturers of packaging, agricultural products, and outdoor equipment in various countries, while exporters are predominantly nations with strong petrochemical and textile industries, such as China, India, and Vietnam. Key considerations for traders involve the width and thickness of the strips, the weave pattern (e.g., plain, leno), UV stabilization, and any specific coatings or treatments for water resistance or anti-slip properties. The market is influenced by demand for bulk packaging, geotextiles, and agricultural covers, where durability and cost-efficiency are paramount.
What products fall under HS code 540720?
Woven polypropylene sacks fabric, Polyethylene tarpaulin fabric, Geotextile fabric from synthetic strips, Shade net fabric, Ground cover fabric, Bulk bag (FIBC) fabric, Woven synthetic matting
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540720?
This code might be confused with other woven synthetic fabrics in 5407 made from filament yarn, or with non-woven fabrics of Chapter 56, as the "strip or the like" characteristic is crucial for classification here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540720?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540720 in UN Comtrade data were China ($276M, 23% of world exports), India ($123M) and Saudi Arabia ($91M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 540720?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540720 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($309M, 23% of world imports), Canada ($67M) and the Netherlands ($57M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 540720 structured?
HS code 540720 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (54) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540720?
In Brazil, HS code 540720 is NCM 5407.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.