About HS Code 540773
This HS code encompasses woven fabrics made predominantly from synthetic filaments other than nylon, polyamides, or polyesters, and notably, are composed of yarns of different colors. This "yarns of different colors" aspect implies a woven-in pattern or mélange effect, rather than a post-dyeing or printing process. These specialized fabrics are traded internationally for niche applications where specific properties of other synthetic filaments (e.g., acrylic, modacrylic, polypropylene, elastomeric) are required, combined with aesthetic demands for multi-colored designs. Importers often include manufacturers of specialty apparel, technical textiles, and decorative fabrics in developed economies, seeking unique material properties and visual effects. Exporters are typically countries with advanced textile manufacturing capabilities that can produce these less common synthetic filament yarns and weave them into intricate patterns, such as Japan, Germany, and certain regions of China. Key trade factors include the specific synthetic fiber composition, the complexity of the weave, and the color combinations, which cater to high-performance or high-fashion segments.
Products Under This Code
Woven acrylic filament fabric (multi-color), Woven modacrylic filament fabric (yarn-dyed), Woven polypropylene filament fabric (striped), Woven elastomeric filament blend fabric (checkered), Woven aramid filament fabric (patterned), Woven carbon fiber blend fabric (colored yarns)
Real World Examples
DuPont Kevlar (yarn-dyed variants), Teijin Aramid (colored filament weaves), Dralon Acrylic (multi-color filament fabrics), Rhodia Polyamide (specialty blends with colored yarns)
Common Misclassification
This code is differentiated from other synthetic filament fabrics by the exclusion of nylon/polyester and the "yarns of different colours" feature, making it distinct from single-color (5407.71) or printed (5407.74) versions of these other synthetic fabrics.
Products Classified Under 5407.73
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Japan, Germany, and China are key exporters, while the EU, USA, and Japan are significant importers for specialized applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 540773?
HS code 540773 covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic filaments (excluding nylon or other polyamides and polyesters), of yarns of different colours. This HS code encompasses woven fabrics made predominantly from synthetic filaments other than nylon, polyamides, or polyesters, and notably, are composed of yarns of different colors. This "yarns of different colors" aspect implies a woven-in pattern or mélange effect, rather than a post-dyeing or printing process. These specialized fabrics are traded internationally for niche applications where specific properties of other synthetic filaments (e.g., acrylic, modacrylic, polypropylene, elastomeric) are required, combined with aesthetic demands for multi-colored designs. Importers often include manufacturers of specialty apparel, technical textiles, and decorative fabrics in developed economies, seeking unique material properties and visual effects. Exporters are typically countries with advanced textile manufacturing capabilities that can produce these less common synthetic filament yarns and weave them into intricate patterns, such as Japan, Germany, and certain regions of China. Key trade factors include the specific synthetic fiber composition, the complexity of the weave, and the color combinations, which cater to high-performance or high-fashion segments.
What products fall under HS code 540773?
Woven acrylic filament fabric (multi-color), Woven modacrylic filament fabric (yarn-dyed), Woven polypropylene filament fabric (striped), Woven elastomeric filament blend fabric (checkered), Woven aramid filament fabric (patterned), Woven carbon fiber blend fabric (colored yarns)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540773?
This code is differentiated from other synthetic filament fabrics by the exclusion of nylon/polyester and the "yarns of different colours" feature, making it distinct from single-color (5407.71) or printed (5407.74) versions of these other synthetic fabrics.
How is HS code 540773 structured?
HS code 540773 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 (73) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.