HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5509.92 – Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale
HS code 5509.92 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale. It is used for polyester-cotton blend yarn, acrylic-cotton blend yarn, nylon-cotton blend yarn, viscose-cotton blend yarn (if synthetic is primary) and poly-cotton core-spun yarn.
What HS 5509.92 covers
This HS code covers yarns, not sewing thread, composed of synthetic staple fibres blended predominantly or entirely with cotton, and not put up for retail sale. These blends are extremely popular in the textile industry due to their ability to combine cotton's comfort, breathability, and absorbency with synthetics' strength, wrinkle resistance, and quick-drying properties. They are extensively used in apparel (shirts, trousers), home textiles (bedding, towels), and workwear. Importers are typically large-scale textile manufacturers and garment factories seeking versatile and cost-effective raw materials. Exporters are major yarn spinning companies, often located in regions with strong cotton and petrochemical industries. The trade volume is substantial, driven by global demand for everyday textiles that offer a balance of comfort and performance.
- Covers
- Polyester-cotton blend yarn
- Acrylic-cotton blend yarn
- Nylon-cotton blend yarn
- Viscose-cotton blend yarn (if synthetic is primary)
- Poly-cotton core-spun yarn
- Recycled poly-cotton yarn
- Spun blend yarn (synthetic/cotton)
- Modacrylic-cotton blend yarn
- Examples
- Vardhman Textiles (poly-cotton yarns)
- K.P.R. Mill Limited (poly-cotton yarns)
- Raymond Ltd. (some blends)
- Indorama Ventures (polyester often blended)
- Reliance Industries (polyester often blended)
Codes often confused with 5509.92
Common mistake. Can be confused with 550962 (acrylic/modacrylic mixed with cotton) if the specific synthetic fiber is not identified, or with 5205 (cotton yarn) if the synthetic component is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 550992, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 550992 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Honduras, with about 48% 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 $82M 50% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $64M 39% of world exports
- 3 China $11M 7.0% of world exports
World total: $164M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Honduras* ~$38M 48% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Peru* ~$19M 24% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Russia* ~$4.7M 5.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
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 5509.92
Brazil does not split HS 5509.92: its NCM code is 5509.92.00.
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 5509.92
What is HS code 550992?
HS code 550992 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale. This HS code covers yarns, not sewing thread, composed of synthetic staple fibres blended predominantly or entirely with cotton, and not put up for retail sale. These blends are extremely popular in the textile industry due to their ability to combine cotton's comfort, breathability, and absorbency with synthetics' strength, wrinkle resistance, and quick-drying properties. They are extensively used in apparel (shirts, trousers), home textiles (bedding, towels), and workwear. Importers are typically large-scale textile manufacturers and garment factories seeking versatile and cost-effective raw materials. Exporters are major yarn spinning companies, often located in regions with strong cotton and petrochemical industries. The trade volume is substantial, driven by global demand for everyday textiles that offer a balance of comfort and performance.
What products fall under HS code 550992?
Polyester-cotton blend yarn, Acrylic-cotton blend yarn, Nylon-cotton blend yarn, Viscose-cotton blend yarn (if synthetic is primary), Poly-cotton core-spun yarn, Recycled poly-cotton yarn, Spun blend yarn (synthetic/cotton), Modacrylic-cotton blend yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 550992?
Can be confused with 550962 (acrylic/modacrylic mixed with cotton) if the specific synthetic fiber is not identified, or with 5205 (cotton yarn) if the synthetic component is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 550992?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 550992 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($82M, 50% of world exports), Thailand ($64M) and China ($11M). World exports came to about $164M, 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 550992?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 550992 in UN Comtrade data were Honduras (about $38M, 48% of world imports), Peru (about $19M) and Russia (about $4.7M). 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 550992 structured?
HS code 550992 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 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 550992?
In Brazil, HS code 550992 is NCM 5509.92.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.