HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5511.10 – Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale
HS code 5511.10 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale. It is used for polyester knitting yarn, acrylic crochet yarn, nylon craft yarn, polypropylene rug yarn and modacrylic hand-knitting yarn.
What HS 5511.10 covers
This HS code identifies yarns primarily composed (85% or more) of synthetic staple fibers, such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon, that are specifically packaged for retail sale. Unlike industrial yarns, these products are destined directly for consumers, typically hobbyists, crafters, and small-scale textile artisans. The international trade in these yarns involves manufacturers and distributors supplying craft stores, online retailers, and specialty shops worldwide. Importers are often retail chains or wholesale distributors in countries with strong DIY and crafting cultures, seeking a wide variety of colors, textures, and fiber types to meet consumer demand. Exporters are typically yarn producers with established consumer brands and efficient packaging operations. Key considerations for trade include brand recognition, colorfastness, ease of care, and the yarn's suitability for specific crafting techniques like knitting, crocheting, or weaving. The "put up for retail sale" aspect implies smaller skeins, balls, or hanks with consumer-friendly labeling.
- Covers
- Polyester knitting yarn
- Acrylic crochet yarn
- Nylon craft yarn
- Polypropylene rug yarn
- Modacrylic hand-knitting yarn
- Recycled polyester yarn for crafts
- Dralon acrylic yarn
- Microfiber synthetic yarn
- Examples
- Lion Brand Yarn (e.g., "Homespun" acrylic)
- Red Heart Yarns (e.g., "Super Saver" acrylic)
- Bernat Yarns (e.g., "Satin" acrylic)
- Stylecraft Special DK
- King Cole Pricewise DK
Codes often confused with 5511.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 5509.21 (synthetic staple fiber yarn, not put up for retail sale) if the packaging is overlooked, or with 5511.30 if the yarn is made of artificial staple fibers instead of synthetic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 551110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 551110 in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 31% 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 Türkiye $158M 42% of world exports
- 2 China $60M 16% of world exports
- 3 India $36M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $377M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $123M 31% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $30M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $27M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $403M 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 5511.10
Brazil does not split HS 5511.10: its NCM code is 5511.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 55.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5511.10
What is HS code 551110?
HS code 551110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale. This HS code identifies yarns primarily composed (85% or more) of synthetic staple fibers, such as polyester, acrylic, or nylon, that are specifically packaged for retail sale. Unlike industrial yarns, these products are destined directly for consumers, typically hobbyists, crafters, and small-scale textile artisans. The international trade in these yarns involves manufacturers and distributors supplying craft stores, online retailers, and specialty shops worldwide. Importers are often retail chains or wholesale distributors in countries with strong DIY and crafting cultures, seeking a wide variety of colors, textures, and fiber types to meet consumer demand. Exporters are typically yarn producers with established consumer brands and efficient packaging operations. Key considerations for trade include brand recognition, colorfastness, ease of care, and the yarn's suitability for specific crafting techniques like knitting, crocheting, or weaving. The "put up for retail sale" aspect implies smaller skeins, balls, or hanks with consumer-friendly labeling.
What products fall under HS code 551110?
Polyester knitting yarn, Acrylic crochet yarn, Nylon craft yarn, Polypropylene rug yarn, Modacrylic hand-knitting yarn, Recycled polyester yarn for crafts, Dralon acrylic yarn, Microfiber synthetic yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 551110?
This code can be confused with 5509.21 (synthetic staple fiber yarn, not put up for retail sale) if the packaging is overlooked, or with 5511.30 if the yarn is made of artificial staple fibers instead of synthetic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 551110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 551110 in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($158M, 42% of world exports), China ($60M) and India ($36M). World exports came to about $377M, 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 551110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 551110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($123M, 31% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($30M) and Germany ($27M). World imports came to about $403M, 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 551110 structured?
HS code 551110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (55) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 551110?
In Brazil, HS code 551110 is NCM 5511.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.