HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5902.10 – Textile fabrics; tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides

HS code 5902.10 is the 6-digit subheading for textile fabrics, tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides. It is used for nylon 66 tire cord fabric, polyamide tire reinforcement fabric, high-tenacity nylon cord, dipped nylon tire fabric and nylon tire ply material.

What HS 5902.10 covers

This HS code specifically covers tire cord fabric manufactured from high-tenacity yarns of nylon or other polyamides. This highly specialized textile is a critical, high-volume industrial product, forming the essential reinforcement structure within tires, providing the necessary strength, durability, and structural integrity. It is primarily traded between specialized textile manufacturers and global tire producers. Importers are typically large tire companies and automotive component manufacturers who integrate these fabrics into their tire production lines. Exporters are textile mills with advanced weaving and yarn treatment technologies, capable of producing materials that meet stringent automotive safety and performance standards. Key considerations for trade include the yarn denier, weave construction, and adhesion properties, all of which directly impact tire performance, safety, and longevity.

Covers
  • Nylon 66 tire cord fabric
  • Polyamide tire reinforcement fabric
  • High-tenacity nylon cord
  • Dipped nylon tire fabric
  • Nylon tire ply material
  • Automotive tire cord
  • Industrial nylon fabric for tires
Examples
  • Invista CORDURA nylon tire cord
  • DuPont nylon tire yarn
  • Michelin tire reinforcement
  • Goodyear tire components
  • Bridgestone tire materials

Codes often confused with 5902.10

Common mistake. Can be confused with 590220 (polyester tyrecord) if the fiber type is not correctly identified, or 590290 (other textile materials for tyrecord). The 'nylon or other polyamides' is the defining characteristic.

Top exporters and importers of HS code 590210, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 590210 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 9.9% 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. 1 China $478M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$164M
  3. 3 Türkiye $94M

World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 India $116M
  2. 2 Thailand $106M
  3. 3 United States $98M

World total: $1.2B 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 5902.10 2

Brazil splits HS 5902.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 5902.10.10 Rubberised nylon or polyamide tyre cord fabricImpregnadas, recobertas ou revestidas com borracha
  2. 5902.10.90 Other nylon or polyamide tyre cord fabricOutras

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 59.02 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5902.10

What is HS code 590210?

HS code 590210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Textile fabrics; tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides. This HS code specifically covers tire cord fabric manufactured from high-tenacity yarns of nylon or other polyamides. This highly specialized textile is a critical, high-volume industrial product, forming the essential reinforcement structure within tires, providing the necessary strength, durability, and structural integrity. It is primarily traded between specialized textile manufacturers and global tire producers. Importers are typically large tire companies and automotive component manufacturers who integrate these fabrics into their tire production lines. Exporters are textile mills with advanced weaving and yarn treatment technologies, capable of producing materials that meet stringent automotive safety and performance standards. Key considerations for trade include the yarn denier, weave construction, and adhesion properties, all of which directly impact tire performance, safety, and longevity.

What products fall under HS code 590210?

Nylon 66 tire cord fabric, Polyamide tire reinforcement fabric, High-tenacity nylon cord, Dipped nylon tire fabric, Nylon tire ply material, Automotive tire cord, Industrial nylon fabric for tires

What are common misclassifications for HS code 590210?

Can be confused with 590220 (polyester tyrecord) if the fiber type is not correctly identified, or 590290 (other textile materials for tyrecord). The 'nylon or other polyamides' is the defining characteristic.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 590210?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 590210 in UN Comtrade data were China ($478M, 40% of world exports), Vietnam (about $164M) and Türkiye ($94M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 590210?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 590210 in UN Comtrade data were India ($116M, 9.9% of world imports), Thailand ($106M) and the United States ($98M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 590210 structured?

HS code 590210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (59) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) 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 590210?

Brazil splits HS code 590210 into 2 NCM codes: 5902.10.10 (Rubberised nylon or polyamide tyre cord fabric), 5902.10.90 (Other nylon or polyamide tyre cord fabric). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.