HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5407.43 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours
HS code 5407.43 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours. It is used for striped nylon upholstery fabric, checked polyamide shirting fabric, jacquard woven nylon for bags, multi-color polyamide for activewear and yarn-dyed nylon for outerwear.
What HS 5407.43 covers
This HS code pertains to woven fabrics where at least 85% of the weight consists of nylon or other polyamide filaments, and the fabric is created using yarns of different colors. This means the color is inherent in the individual yarns before weaving, resulting in patterns like stripes, checks, or intricate jacquard designs, rather than being dyed or printed after weaving. International trade in these multi-colored polyamide fabrics caters to specialized apparel, upholstery, and technical textile markets that demand specific aesthetic patterns combined with nylon's performance characteristics. Importers are often high-end apparel brands, furniture manufacturers, or designers seeking unique fabric designs, while exporters are typically countries with sophisticated weaving and yarn dyeing industries, such as Italy, Japan, and China. Key considerations for traders include the complexity of the weave pattern, colorfastness of the individual yarns, design repeatability, and the overall aesthetic appeal. The market is driven by fashion cycles, interior design trends, and the demand for durable, visually distinctive textiles.
- Covers
- Striped nylon upholstery fabric
- Checked polyamide shirting fabric
- Jacquard woven nylon for bags
- Multi-color polyamide for activewear
- Yarn-dyed nylon for outerwear
- Patterned polyamide for luggage
- Two-tone nylon for technical applications
- Examples
- Patterned nylon for designer handbags
- Multi-color nylon for outdoor gear (e.g., backpacks)
- Yarn-dyed polyamide for sportswear
- Automotive interior fabrics with woven patterns
- High-end luggage fabrics
Codes often confused with 5407.43
Common mistake. This code is distinct from uniformly dyed (540742) or printed (540744) polyamide fabrics, as the color variation here comes from the pre-dyed yarns used in weaving, not post-weaving processes.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540743, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540743 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, 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 China $18M 32% of world exports
- 2 Italy $11M 20% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$5.9M 10% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $56M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Nigeria $22M 27% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $10M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$5.1M 6.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $82M 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 5407.43
Brazil does not split HS 5407.43: its NCM code is 5407.43.00.
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 5407.43
What is HS code 540743?
HS code 540743 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours. This HS code pertains to woven fabrics where at least 85% of the weight consists of nylon or other polyamide filaments, and the fabric is created using yarns of different colors. This means the color is inherent in the individual yarns before weaving, resulting in patterns like stripes, checks, or intricate jacquard designs, rather than being dyed or printed after weaving. International trade in these multi-colored polyamide fabrics caters to specialized apparel, upholstery, and technical textile markets that demand specific aesthetic patterns combined with nylon's performance characteristics. Importers are often high-end apparel brands, furniture manufacturers, or designers seeking unique fabric designs, while exporters are typically countries with sophisticated weaving and yarn dyeing industries, such as Italy, Japan, and China. Key considerations for traders include the complexity of the weave pattern, colorfastness of the individual yarns, design repeatability, and the overall aesthetic appeal. The market is driven by fashion cycles, interior design trends, and the demand for durable, visually distinctive textiles.
What products fall under HS code 540743?
Striped nylon upholstery fabric, Checked polyamide shirting fabric, Jacquard woven nylon for bags, Multi-color polyamide for activewear, Yarn-dyed nylon for outerwear, Patterned polyamide for luggage, Two-tone nylon for technical applications
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540743?
This code is distinct from uniformly dyed (540742) or printed (540744) polyamide fabrics, as the color variation here comes from the pre-dyed yarns used in weaving, not post-weaving processes.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540743?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540743 in UN Comtrade data were China ($18M, 32% of world exports), Italy ($11M) and Taiwan (about $5.9M). World exports came to about $56M, 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 540743?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540743 in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($22M, 27% of world imports), Indonesia ($10M) and Vietnam (about $5.1M). World imports came to about $82M, 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 540743 structured?
HS code 540743 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 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540743?
In Brazil, HS code 540743 is NCM 5407.43.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.