HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5408.31 – Fabrics, woven; of artificial filament yarn, of artificial monofilament, strip and the like, n.e.c. in heading no. 5408, unbleached or bleached
HS code 5408.31 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of artificial filament yarn, of artificial monofilament, strip and the like, n.e.c. in heading no. 5408, unbleached or bleached. It is used for unbleached rayon twill, bleached acetate satin, unbleached lyocell plain weave, bleached modal poplin and unbleached viscose crepe.
What HS 5408.31 covers
This HS code pertains to the global trade of woven fabrics made from artificial filament yarns, including monofilaments and strips, that are in an unbleached or bleached state. These are essentially raw or pre-treated base fabrics, not yet dyed or printed, making them crucial intermediate goods in the textile manufacturing process. Importers are typically textile converters, dyeing and finishing houses, and large-scale garment manufacturers in regions like Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe, who then add value through further processing. Major exporters are textile powerhouses such as China, Taiwan, and India, which possess extensive weaving capacities. The trade in these fabrics is driven by the demand for versatile base materials that can be customized to various specifications, from apparel to industrial applications. Key factors include fabric construction, yarn count, and the specific type of artificial filament, as these influence the final product's quality and suitability for subsequent treatments.
- Covers
- Unbleached rayon twill
- Bleached acetate satin
- Unbleached lyocell plain weave
- Bleached modal poplin
- Unbleached viscose crepe
- Bleached cuprammonium shirting
- Unbleached triacetate suiting
- Examples
- Lenzing raw lyocell fabrics
- Eastman Naia unbleached fabrics
- Birla Cellulose bleached viscose
- Toray unbleached polyester-blend (if artificial filament dominant)
- Indorama Ventures base fabrics
Codes often confused with 5408.31
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 540832 (dyed fabrics) or 540834 (printed fabrics) if the fabric has undergone further coloring processes, or with codes for non-woven artificial filament fabrics.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 540831, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 540831 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 37% 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 $20M 60% of world exports
- 2 Italy $2.3M 6.7% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $1.9M 5.5% of world exports
World total: $34M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $13M 37% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $5.7M 17% of world imports
- 3 Slovakia $1.4M 4.1% of world imports
World total: $34M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5408.31
Brazil does not split HS 5408.31: its NCM code is 5408.31.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 54.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5408.31
What is HS code 540831?
HS code 540831 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of artificial filament yarn, of artificial monofilament, strip and the like, n.e.c. in heading no. 5408, unbleached or bleached. This HS code pertains to the global trade of woven fabrics made from artificial filament yarns, including monofilaments and strips, that are in an unbleached or bleached state. These are essentially raw or pre-treated base fabrics, not yet dyed or printed, making them crucial intermediate goods in the textile manufacturing process. Importers are typically textile converters, dyeing and finishing houses, and large-scale garment manufacturers in regions like Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe, who then add value through further processing. Major exporters are textile powerhouses such as China, Taiwan, and India, which possess extensive weaving capacities. The trade in these fabrics is driven by the demand for versatile base materials that can be customized to various specifications, from apparel to industrial applications. Key factors include fabric construction, yarn count, and the specific type of artificial filament, as these influence the final product's quality and suitability for subsequent treatments.
What products fall under HS code 540831?
Unbleached rayon twill, Bleached acetate satin, Unbleached lyocell plain weave, Bleached modal poplin, Unbleached viscose crepe, Bleached cuprammonium shirting, Unbleached triacetate suiting
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540831?
This code might be confused with 540832 (dyed fabrics) or 540834 (printed fabrics) if the fabric has undergone further coloring processes, or with codes for non-woven artificial filament fabrics.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 540831?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 540831 in UN Comtrade data were China ($20M, 60% of world exports), Italy ($2.3M) and Türkiye ($1.9M). World exports came to about $34M, 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 540831?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 540831 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($13M, 37% of world imports), Indonesia ($5.7M) and Slovakia ($1.4M). World imports came to about $34M, 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 540831 structured?
HS code 540831 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (54) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 540831?
In Brazil, HS code 540831 is NCM 5408.31.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.