HS Code Subheading

Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, bleached or unbleached, n.e.c. in heading no. 5407

5407.91 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 540791

This HS code covers woven fabrics made entirely or predominantly of synthetic filament yarn (85% or more by weight), which are in their raw, unbleached state or have undergone a bleaching process. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere specified or included) indicates that these are general-purpose synthetic filament fabrics that haven't been dyed, printed, or woven with different colored yarns. These fabrics serve as foundational materials for further processing, such as dyeing, printing, or coating, before being transformed into finished goods. They are essential inputs for manufacturers of apparel, technical textiles, and home furnishings. Major importers include countries with large textile finishing and garment manufacturing industries, such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Turkey, which then add value to these base fabrics. Exporters are typically large-scale textile producers like China, Taiwan, and South Korea, known for their synthetic fiber production capabilities. Key considerations for traders include fabric weight, weave type (plain, twill, satin), and specific synthetic composition (polyester, nylon, etc.), as these factors influence their end-use applications.

Products Under This Code

Greige polyester filament fabric, Bleached nylon taffeta, Unbleached synthetic satin, Raw polyester lining fabric, Bleached synthetic chiffon, Greige synthetic georgette, Unfinished polyester plain weave

Real World Examples

Unfinished lining material for coats, Base fabric for digital printing, Raw material for sportswear, Bleached fabric for medical gowns, Greige fabric for industrial filters

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with other codes in 5407 if the fabric has undergone any dyeing (540792), printing (540794), or if it's made of different colored yarns (540793), as its defining characteristic is its uncolored or bleached state.

Related Codes

5407.10 Fabrics, woven; from high tenacity yarn, of nylon, other polyamides or of polyesters 5407.20 Fabrics, woven; from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials 5407.30 Fabrics, woven; from synthetic filament yarn, adhesive or thermal bonded 5407.41 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, unbleached or bleached 5407.42 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, dyed 5407.43 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours 5407.44 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, printed 5407.51 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, unbleached or bleached 5407.52 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, dyed 5407.53 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, of yarns of different colours

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China, Taiwan, and South Korea are leading exporters, while Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Turkey are significant importers of these raw or bleached synthetic filament fabrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 540791?

HS code 540791 covers: Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, bleached or unbleached, n.e.c. in heading no. 5407. This HS code covers woven fabrics made entirely or predominantly of synthetic filament yarn (85% or more by weight), which are in their raw, unbleached state or have undergone a bleaching process. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere specified or included) indicates that these are general-purpose synthetic filament fabrics that haven't been dyed, printed, or woven with different colored yarns. These fabrics serve as foundational materials for further processing, such as dyeing, printing, or coating, before being transformed into finished goods. They are essential inputs for manufacturers of apparel, technical textiles, and home furnishings. Major importers include countries with large textile finishing and garment manufacturing industries, such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Turkey, which then add value to these base fabrics. Exporters are typically large-scale textile producers like China, Taiwan, and South Korea, known for their synthetic fiber production capabilities. Key considerations for traders include fabric weight, weave type (plain, twill, satin), and specific synthetic composition (polyester, nylon, etc.), as these factors influence their end-use applications.

What products fall under HS code 540791?

Greige polyester filament fabric, Bleached nylon taffeta, Unbleached synthetic satin, Raw polyester lining fabric, Bleached synthetic chiffon, Greige synthetic georgette, Unfinished polyester plain weave

What are common misclassifications for HS code 540791?

This code can be confused with other codes in 5407 if the fabric has undergone any dyeing (540792), printing (540794), or if it's made of different colored yarns (540793), as its defining characteristic is its uncolored or bleached state.

How is HS code 540791 structured?

HS code 540791 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.