HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5407.52 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, dyed
HS code 5407.52 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, dyed. It is used for dyed textured polyester pongee, dyed textured polyester satin, dyed textured polyester twill, dyed DTY polyester fabric and dyed FDY polyester fabric.
What HS 5407.52 covers
This HS code specifically covers woven fabrics made predominantly from textured polyester filaments that have been dyed. These fabrics are a significant commodity in global textile trade, prized for their vibrant colors, excellent colorfastness, and the enhanced drape and soft feel provided by the textured filaments. They are widely imported by garment manufacturers, home textile producers, and upholstery companies across the globe, particularly in fashion-forward markets and countries with large apparel production bases like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and various European nations. Leading exporters are typically countries with advanced dyeing and finishing capabilities, such as China, Taiwan, and South Korea. Key trade considerations include the specific dye type (e.g., disperse dyes), color consistency, fabric weight, and finish (e.g., water-repellent, anti-static), which cater to diverse end-use applications from activewear to decorative fabrics. The "dyed" status means they are closer to a finished product than their unbleached counterparts, ready for cutting and sewing.
- Covers
- Dyed textured polyester pongee
- Dyed textured polyester satin
- Dyed textured polyester twill
- Dyed DTY polyester fabric
- Dyed FDY polyester fabric
- Dyed micro-polyester fabric
- Dyed brushed polyester fabric
- Examples
- Uniqlo HEATTECH fabric (dyed polyester component)
- Nike Dri-FIT fabric (dyed polyester component)
- Patagonia Capilene (dyed polyester component)
- Polartec (dyed polyester component)
Codes often confused with 5407.52
Common mistake. This code is distinct from unbleached/bleached textured polyester fabrics (5407.51) and printed textured polyester fabrics (5407.53), as the "dyed" characteristic is the primary classification criterion.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540752, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540752 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 85% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 49% of its exports here ($256M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $10.1B 85% of world exports
- 2 India $212M 1.8% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$186M 1.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 49% of its exports here ($256M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $11.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$987M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$696M 9.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$556M 7.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $7.7B 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 codes for 5407.52 2
Brazil splits HS 5407.52 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5407.52.10 Dyed 85%+ textured polyester, no rubber threadSem fios de borracha
- 5407.52.20 Dyed 85%+ textured polyester, with rubber threadCom fios de borracha
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 5407.52
What is HS code 540752?
HS code 540752 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, dyed. This HS code specifically covers woven fabrics made predominantly from textured polyester filaments that have been dyed. These fabrics are a significant commodity in global textile trade, prized for their vibrant colors, excellent colorfastness, and the enhanced drape and soft feel provided by the textured filaments. They are widely imported by garment manufacturers, home textile producers, and upholstery companies across the globe, particularly in fashion-forward markets and countries with large apparel production bases like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and various European nations. Leading exporters are typically countries with advanced dyeing and finishing capabilities, such as China, Taiwan, and South Korea. Key trade considerations include the specific dye type (e.g., disperse dyes), color consistency, fabric weight, and finish (e.g., water-repellent, anti-static), which cater to diverse end-use applications from activewear to decorative fabrics. The "dyed" status means they are closer to a finished product than their unbleached counterparts, ready for cutting and sewing.
What products fall under HS code 540752?
Dyed textured polyester pongee, Dyed textured polyester satin, Dyed textured polyester twill, Dyed DTY polyester fabric, Dyed FDY polyester fabric, Dyed micro-polyester fabric, Dyed brushed polyester fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540752?
This code is distinct from unbleached/bleached textured polyester fabrics (5407.51) and printed textured polyester fabrics (5407.53), as the "dyed" characteristic is the primary classification criterion.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540752?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540752 in UN Comtrade data were China ($10.1B, 85% of world exports), India ($212M) and Taiwan (about $186M). World exports came to about $11.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 49% of its exports here ($256M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 540752?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540752 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $987M, 13% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $696M) and Bangladesh (about $556M). World imports came to about $7.7B, 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 540752 structured?
HS code 540752 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 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540752?
Brazil splits HS code 540752 into 2 NCM codes: 5407.52.10 (Dyed 85%+ textured polyester, no rubber thread), 5407.52.20 (Dyed 85%+ textured polyester, with rubber thread). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.