HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5407.81 – Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, bleached or unbleached
HS code 5407.81 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, bleached or unbleached. It is used for polyester-cotton blend fabric (greige), nylon-cotton blend fabric (bleached), synthetic filament-cotton shirting (unbleached), poly-cotton poplin (greige) and blended synthetic-cotton twill (bleached).
What HS 5407.81 covers
This HS code covers woven fabrics that blend synthetic filament yarns with cotton, where the synthetic component is less than 85% by weight, and the fabric is in an unbleached or bleached state. These blended fabrics are highly sought after in international trade for combining the desirable properties of both fibers: the strength, wrinkle resistance, and quick-drying nature of synthetics with the breathability, absorbency, and comfort of cotton. Major importers include garment manufacturers and textile converters in countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, who process these fabrics into apparel, shirting, and home textiles. Exporters are typically countries with strong spinning and weaving industries, such as China, India, and Pakistan, which can efficiently produce these blended compositions. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend ratio, the type of synthetic filament (e.g., polyester, nylon), fabric construction (e.g., plain weave, twill), and the quality of the raw materials. The "unbleached or bleached" status indicates they are intermediate goods, ready for further dyeing or printing.
- Covers
- Polyester-cotton blend fabric (greige)
- Nylon-cotton blend fabric (bleached)
- Synthetic filament-cotton shirting (unbleached)
- Poly-cotton poplin (greige)
- Blended synthetic-cotton twill (bleached)
- Cotton-rich synthetic blend fabric (greige)
- Examples
- CVC (Chief Value Cotton) fabrics (greige/bleached)
- TC (Tetron Cotton) fabrics (greige/bleached)
- Burlington Fabrics (blended greige)
- Arvind Mills (blended greige)
Codes often confused with 5407.81
Common mistake. This code is distinguished by the specific blend ratio (less than 85% synthetic, mixed mainly with cotton) and its unbleached/bleached state, differentiating it from dyed (5407.82) or printed (5407.83) versions, or fabrics with higher synthetic content.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540781, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540781 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 66% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 42% 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 $39M 66% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $3.4M 5.8% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $2.6M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $59M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Myanmar $41M 42% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$12M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$7.6M 7.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $99M 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. 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 5407.81
Brazil does not split HS 5407.81: its NCM code is 5407.81.00.
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 5407.81
What is HS code 540781?
HS code 540781 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, bleached or unbleached. This HS code covers woven fabrics that blend synthetic filament yarns with cotton, where the synthetic component is less than 85% by weight, and the fabric is in an unbleached or bleached state. These blended fabrics are highly sought after in international trade for combining the desirable properties of both fibers: the strength, wrinkle resistance, and quick-drying nature of synthetics with the breathability, absorbency, and comfort of cotton. Major importers include garment manufacturers and textile converters in countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, who process these fabrics into apparel, shirting, and home textiles. Exporters are typically countries with strong spinning and weaving industries, such as China, India, and Pakistan, which can efficiently produce these blended compositions. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend ratio, the type of synthetic filament (e.g., polyester, nylon), fabric construction (e.g., plain weave, twill), and the quality of the raw materials. The "unbleached or bleached" status indicates they are intermediate goods, ready for further dyeing or printing.
What products fall under HS code 540781?
Polyester-cotton blend fabric (greige), Nylon-cotton blend fabric (bleached), Synthetic filament-cotton shirting (unbleached), Poly-cotton poplin (greige), Blended synthetic-cotton twill (bleached), Cotton-rich synthetic blend fabric (greige)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540781?
This code is distinguished by the specific blend ratio (less than 85% synthetic, mixed mainly with cotton) and its unbleached/bleached state, differentiating it from dyed (5407.82) or printed (5407.83) versions, or fabrics with higher synthetic content.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540781?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540781 in UN Comtrade data were China ($39M, 66% of world exports), Türkiye ($3.4M) and South Korea ($2.6M). World exports came to about $59M, 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 540781?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540781 in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($41M, 42% of world imports), Vietnam (about $12M) and Bangladesh (about $7.6M). World imports came to about $99M, 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 540781 structured?
HS code 540781 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 (81) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540781?
In Brazil, HS code 540781 is NCM 5407.81.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.