HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5509.53 – Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale
HS code 5509.53 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale. It is used for polyester-cotton blend yarn, P/C blended yarn for shirting, P/C blended yarn for denim, P/C blended yarn for workwear and ring-spun P/C yarn.
What HS 5509.53 covers
This HS code covers large-scale shipments of yarn composed predominantly of polyester staple fibers blended with cotton, intended for industrial use rather than direct consumer sale. These blended yarns are highly sought after in the global textile market due to their unique combination of properties: cotton provides breathability and comfort, while polyester adds durability, wrinkle resistance, and colorfastness. This makes them ideal for a vast array of applications, from everyday apparel to home textiles. Key importers are textile manufacturing hubs in Asia and Europe, including countries like China, India, Pakistan, and Turkey, which convert these yarns into fabrics for garments, bedding, and upholstery. Exporters are typically nations with strong synthetic fiber industries and spinning capabilities, such as China, India, and Indonesia. Traders must pay close attention to the polyester-to-cotton blend ratio, yarn count, and quality specifications, as these factors significantly influence the end product's characteristics and market value. The trade in these yarns is a critical component of the global textile supply chain, enabling the production of versatile and affordable textile goods.
- Covers
- Polyester-cotton blend yarn
- P/C blended yarn for shirting
- P/C blended yarn for denim
- P/C blended yarn for workwear
- Ring-spun P/C yarn
- Open-end P/C yarn
- Combed P/C yarn
- Examples
- Vardhman Textiles (P/C yarns)
- Raymond (P/C blends)
- Welspun (P/C yarns)
- Reliance Industries (Recron P/C blends)
Codes often confused with 5509.53
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 5509.22 (polyester staple fibers, mixed with cotton, put up for retail sale) if the yarn is packaged for consumers, or 5205.2x (pure cotton yarn) if the polyester content is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 550953, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 550953 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Honduras, with about 28% 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 United States $286M 28% of world exports
- 2 India $184M 18% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$163M 16% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Honduras* ~$289M 28% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Colombia $94M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 El Salvador $62M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 5509.53
Brazil does not split HS 5509.53: its NCM code is 5509.53.00.
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 5509.53
What is HS code 550953?
HS code 550953 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale. This HS code covers large-scale shipments of yarn composed predominantly of polyester staple fibers blended with cotton, intended for industrial use rather than direct consumer sale. These blended yarns are highly sought after in the global textile market due to their unique combination of properties: cotton provides breathability and comfort, while polyester adds durability, wrinkle resistance, and colorfastness. This makes them ideal for a vast array of applications, from everyday apparel to home textiles. Key importers are textile manufacturing hubs in Asia and Europe, including countries like China, India, Pakistan, and Turkey, which convert these yarns into fabrics for garments, bedding, and upholstery. Exporters are typically nations with strong synthetic fiber industries and spinning capabilities, such as China, India, and Indonesia. Traders must pay close attention to the polyester-to-cotton blend ratio, yarn count, and quality specifications, as these factors significantly influence the end product's characteristics and market value. The trade in these yarns is a critical component of the global textile supply chain, enabling the production of versatile and affordable textile goods.
What products fall under HS code 550953?
Polyester-cotton blend yarn, P/C blended yarn for shirting, P/C blended yarn for denim, P/C blended yarn for workwear, Ring-spun P/C yarn, Open-end P/C yarn, Combed P/C yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 550953?
This code might be confused with 5509.22 (polyester staple fibers, mixed with cotton, put up for retail sale) if the yarn is packaged for consumers, or 5205.2x (pure cotton yarn) if the polyester content is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 550953?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 550953 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($286M, 28% of world exports), India ($184M) and Vietnam (about $163M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 550953?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 550953 in UN Comtrade data were Honduras (about $289M, 28% of world imports), Colombia ($94M) and El Salvador ($62M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 550953 structured?
HS code 550953 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 (53) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 550953?
In Brazil, HS code 550953 is NCM 5509.53.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.