HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5509.52 – Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale
HS code 5509.52 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale. It is used for polyester-wool blend yarn, polyester-cashmere blend yarn, polyester-mohair blend yarn, polyester-alpaca blend yarn and worsted polyester-wool yarn.
What HS 5509.52 covers
This category encompasses bulk quantities of yarn made primarily from polyester staple fibers blended with wool or fine animal hair. These yarns are crucial intermediate goods in the textile industry, forming the backbone for a wide range of woven and knitted fabrics. International trade in these yarns is driven by textile manufacturers seeking cost-effective and performance-enhanced alternatives to pure natural fibers, or to achieve specific aesthetic and functional properties. Major importers are countries with large garment manufacturing sectors, such as China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Turkey, which process these yarns into apparel, upholstery, and industrial textiles. Exporters typically include nations with advanced synthetic fiber production capabilities and spinning mills, like China, India, and Taiwan. Key considerations in trade include fiber blend ratios, yarn count, twist, and dyeing properties, as these directly impact the final product's quality and application. The global demand for durable, easy-care, and versatile textiles ensures a steady flow of these blended yarns across borders, supporting a vast supply chain from fiber production to finished garments.
- Covers
- Polyester-wool blend yarn
- Polyester-cashmere blend yarn
- Polyester-mohair blend yarn
- Polyester-alpaca blend yarn
- Worsted polyester-wool yarn
- Semi-worsted polyester-wool yarn
- Carded polyester-wool yarn
- Examples
- Invista (Lycra T400 blends)
- Lenzing (Tencel/Polyester blends)
- Toray (polyester blends)
- Huvis (polyester staple fiber blends)
Codes often confused with 5509.52
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 5509.21 (polyester staple fibers, mixed with wool, put up for retail sale) if the yarn is packaged for consumers, or 5509.11 (pure polyester staple fiber yarn) if the blend ratio is misreported.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 550952, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 550952 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.8% 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 $24M 32% of world exports
- 2 India $16M 21% of world exports
- 3 Portugal $6.2M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $76M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $7.7M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$6.5M 8.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Italy $6.4M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $79M 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 5509.52
Brazil does not split HS 5509.52: its NCM code is 5509.52.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 55.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5509.52
What is HS code 550952?
HS code 550952 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale. This category encompasses bulk quantities of yarn made primarily from polyester staple fibers blended with wool or fine animal hair. These yarns are crucial intermediate goods in the textile industry, forming the backbone for a wide range of woven and knitted fabrics. International trade in these yarns is driven by textile manufacturers seeking cost-effective and performance-enhanced alternatives to pure natural fibers, or to achieve specific aesthetic and functional properties. Major importers are countries with large garment manufacturing sectors, such as China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Turkey, which process these yarns into apparel, upholstery, and industrial textiles. Exporters typically include nations with advanced synthetic fiber production capabilities and spinning mills, like China, India, and Taiwan. Key considerations in trade include fiber blend ratios, yarn count, twist, and dyeing properties, as these directly impact the final product's quality and application. The global demand for durable, easy-care, and versatile textiles ensures a steady flow of these blended yarns across borders, supporting a vast supply chain from fiber production to finished garments.
What products fall under HS code 550952?
Polyester-wool blend yarn, Polyester-cashmere blend yarn, Polyester-mohair blend yarn, Polyester-alpaca blend yarn, Worsted polyester-wool yarn, Semi-worsted polyester-wool yarn, Carded polyester-wool yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 550952?
This code can be confused with 5509.21 (polyester staple fibers, mixed with wool, put up for retail sale) if the yarn is packaged for consumers, or 5509.11 (pure polyester staple fiber yarn) if the blend ratio is misreported.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 550952?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 550952 in UN Comtrade data were China ($24M, 32% of world exports), India ($16M) and Portugal ($6.2M). World exports came to about $76M, 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 550952?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 550952 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($7.7M, 9.8% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $6.5M) and Italy ($6.4M). World imports came to about $79M, 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 550952 structured?
HS code 550952 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) 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 550952?
In Brazil, HS code 550952 is NCM 5509.52.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.