About HS Code 560490
This HS code encompasses textile yarns, strips, and similar materials (specifically from headings 5404 or 5405) that have been impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics, and not elsewhere specified in heading 5604. These materials are engineered to provide enhanced durability, water resistance, improved grip, or insulation, making them invaluable in the production of high-performance technical textiles. Importers are typically manufacturers of outdoor gear, industrial fabrics, automotive interiors, and specialized protective apparel. Exporters are countries with advanced textile processing capabilities and access to polymer technologies. The treatment transforms basic yarn into a high-performance component, crucial for products requiring resilience against environmental factors or specific functional properties, driving demand in specialized manufacturing sectors.
Products Under This Code
Coated fishing lines, Rubberized industrial sewing thread, Plastic-coated garden ties, Waterproof tent seams, Automotive wiring harnesses (textile sheathing), Reinforced conveyor belt yarns, UV-resistant outdoor fabric yarns, Fire-retardant coated yarns
Real World Examples
Coats (industrial threads, some coated), Freudenberg (technical yarns), Teijin (high-performance fibers, some coated), DSM (specialty materials)
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 560410 (rubber thread covered with textile) or 590690 (rubberized textile fabrics), but 560490 specifically covers yarns/strips that are impregnated or coated, not a core of rubber.
Products Classified Under 5604.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and Japan are key exporters, while the USA and EU nations are major importers for their advanced manufacturing sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 560490?
HS code 560490 covers: Yarn; textile yarn, strip, and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5604. This HS code encompasses textile yarns, strips, and similar materials (specifically from headings 5404 or 5405) that have been impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics, and not elsewhere specified in heading 5604. These materials are engineered to provide enhanced durability, water resistance, improved grip, or insulation, making them invaluable in the production of high-performance technical textiles. Importers are typically manufacturers of outdoor gear, industrial fabrics, automotive interiors, and specialized protective apparel. Exporters are countries with advanced textile processing capabilities and access to polymer technologies. The treatment transforms basic yarn into a high-performance component, crucial for products requiring resilience against environmental factors or specific functional properties, driving demand in specialized manufacturing sectors.
What products fall under HS code 560490?
Coated fishing lines, Rubberized industrial sewing thread, Plastic-coated garden ties, Waterproof tent seams, Automotive wiring harnesses (textile sheathing), Reinforced conveyor belt yarns, UV-resistant outdoor fabric yarns, Fire-retardant coated yarns
What are common misclassifications for HS code 560490?
Can be confused with 560410 (rubber thread covered with textile) or 590690 (rubberized textile fabrics), but 560490 specifically covers yarns/strips that are impregnated or coated, not a core of rubber.
How is HS code 560490 structured?
HS code 560490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (56) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.