HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5607.50 – Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics
HS code 5607.50 is the 6-digit subheading for twine, cordage, ropes, cables, of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics. It is used for nylon climbing ropes, polyester mooring lines, aramid fiber tow ropes, UHMWPE yachting ropes and dyneema fishing lines.
What HS 5607.50 covers
This HS code covers twines, cordage, ropes, and cables manufactured from synthetic fibers other than polyethylene or polypropylene, such as nylon, polyester, aramid (e.g., Kevlar), or UHMWPE (e.g., Dyneema). These advanced synthetic ropes are engineered for extreme performance, offering superior strength-to-weight ratios, exceptional abrasion resistance, and specific properties like heat resistance, buoyancy, or minimal stretch, depending on the fiber. Importers are typically high-tech industries including aerospace, defense, offshore oil and gas, specialized marine, and extreme sports, where reliability and performance are paramount. Exporters are countries with advanced chemical and textile industries capable of producing these specialized fibers and converting them into high-performance ropes. The trade in these products is driven by demand for cutting-edge solutions in critical applications where conventional materials are insufficient.
- Covers
- Nylon climbing ropes
- Polyester mooring lines
- Aramid fiber tow ropes
- UHMWPE yachting ropes
- Dyneema fishing lines
- Vectran industrial slings
- Kevlar protective cords
- Technora high-performance ropes
- Examples
- Teufelberger (climbing and industrial ropes)
- Samson Rope (high-performance marine ropes)
- Bridon-Bekaert (specialty ropes)
- Cortland Company (synthetic ropes for extreme applications)
Codes often confused with 5607.50
Common mistake. Can be confused with 560749 (cordage of polyethylene/polypropylene) if the specific "other" synthetic fiber type is not correctly identified, or 591140 (textile fabrics for technical uses) if the rope is part of a larger technical assembly.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 560750, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 560750 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 10% 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 $635M 44% of world exports
- 2 United States $125M 8.8% of world exports
- 3 Germany $57M 4.0% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $119M 10% of world imports
- 2 United States $112M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$64M 5.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
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 codes for 5607.50 3
Brazil splits HS 5607.50 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5607.50.1 Of polyamidesDe poliamidas Group
- 5607.50.11 Nylon twine, cordage and ropeDe náilon
- 5607.50.19 Other polyamide twine, cordage and ropeOutros
- 5607.50.90 Twine and rope of other synthetic fibresOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 56.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5607.50
What is HS code 560750?
HS code 560750 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics. This HS code covers twines, cordage, ropes, and cables manufactured from synthetic fibers other than polyethylene or polypropylene, such as nylon, polyester, aramid (e.g., Kevlar), or UHMWPE (e.g., Dyneema). These advanced synthetic ropes are engineered for extreme performance, offering superior strength-to-weight ratios, exceptional abrasion resistance, and specific properties like heat resistance, buoyancy, or minimal stretch, depending on the fiber. Importers are typically high-tech industries including aerospace, defense, offshore oil and gas, specialized marine, and extreme sports, where reliability and performance are paramount. Exporters are countries with advanced chemical and textile industries capable of producing these specialized fibers and converting them into high-performance ropes. The trade in these products is driven by demand for cutting-edge solutions in critical applications where conventional materials are insufficient.
What products fall under HS code 560750?
Nylon climbing ropes, Polyester mooring lines, Aramid fiber tow ropes, UHMWPE yachting ropes, Dyneema fishing lines, Vectran industrial slings, Kevlar protective cords, Technora high-performance ropes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 560750?
Can be confused with 560749 (cordage of polyethylene/polypropylene) if the specific "other" synthetic fiber type is not correctly identified, or 591140 (textile fabrics for technical uses) if the rope is part of a larger technical assembly.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 560750?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 560750 in UN Comtrade data were China ($635M, 44% of world exports), the United States ($125M) and Germany ($57M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 560750?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 560750 in UN Comtrade data were China ($119M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($112M) and Vietnam (about $64M). 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 560750 structured?
HS code 560750 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (56) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 560750?
Brazil splits HS code 560750 into 3 NCM codes: 5607.50.11 (Nylon twine, cordage and rope), 5607.50.19 (Other polyamide twine, cordage and rope), 5607.50.90 (Twine and rope of other synthetic fibres). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.