HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5902.20 – Textile fabrics; tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of polyester
HS code 5902.20 is the 6-digit subheading for textile fabrics, tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of polyester. It is used for polyester tire cord fabric, high-tenacity polyester yarn for tires, dipped polyester tire fabric, PET tire reinforcement fabric and automotive polyester cord.
What HS 5902.20 covers
This HS code covers tire cord fabric manufactured from high-tenacity polyester yarns. This product is a vital industrial commodity, serving as a fundamental reinforcement material in tire construction, offering excellent dimensional stability, heat resistance, and strength. It is traded globally between specialized textile producers and tire manufacturers, forming a critical link in the automotive supply chain. Importers are predominantly large tire corporations and automotive suppliers who rely on these fabrics for their tire production. Exporters are textile mills equipped with advanced weaving and finishing capabilities for synthetic fibers, ensuring the material meets rigorous industry standards. Key factors for trade include the polyester yarn's tenacity, the fabric's weave density, and its ability to bond effectively with rubber compounds, all crucial for tire performance and longevity.
- Covers
- Polyester tire cord fabric
- High-tenacity polyester yarn for tires
- Dipped polyester tire fabric
- PET tire reinforcement fabric
- Automotive polyester cord
- Industrial polyester fabric for tires
- Radial tire polyester ply
- Examples
- Teijin Aramid polyester tire cord
- Indorama Ventures polyester yarn
- Continental tire components
- Pirelli tire reinforcement
- Sumitomo tire materials
Codes often confused with 5902.20
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 590210 (nylon tyrecord) if the fiber type is not accurately distinguished, or 590290 (other textile materials for tyrecord). The 'polyester' fiber type is the critical differentiator.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 590220, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 590220 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 Vietnam* ~$488M 37% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $428M 33% of world exports
- 3 Luxembourg $133M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $190M 14% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $146M 11% of world imports
- 3 Japan $94M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 5902.20
Brazil does not split HS 5902.20: its NCM code is 5902.20.00.
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 5902.20
What is HS code 590220?
HS code 590220 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Textile fabrics; tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of polyester. This HS code covers tire cord fabric manufactured from high-tenacity polyester yarns. This product is a vital industrial commodity, serving as a fundamental reinforcement material in tire construction, offering excellent dimensional stability, heat resistance, and strength. It is traded globally between specialized textile producers and tire manufacturers, forming a critical link in the automotive supply chain. Importers are predominantly large tire corporations and automotive suppliers who rely on these fabrics for their tire production. Exporters are textile mills equipped with advanced weaving and finishing capabilities for synthetic fibers, ensuring the material meets rigorous industry standards. Key factors for trade include the polyester yarn's tenacity, the fabric's weave density, and its ability to bond effectively with rubber compounds, all crucial for tire performance and longevity.
What products fall under HS code 590220?
Polyester tire cord fabric, High-tenacity polyester yarn for tires, Dipped polyester tire fabric, PET tire reinforcement fabric, Automotive polyester cord, Industrial polyester fabric for tires, Radial tire polyester ply
What are common misclassifications for HS code 590220?
This code is often confused with 590210 (nylon tyrecord) if the fiber type is not accurately distinguished, or 590290 (other textile materials for tyrecord). The 'polyester' fiber type is the critical differentiator.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 590220?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 590220 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $488M, 37% of world exports), China ($428M) and Luxembourg ($133M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 590220?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 590220 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($190M, 14% of world imports), Thailand ($146M) and Japan ($94M). World imports 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.
How is HS code 590220 structured?
HS code 590220 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 590220?
In Brazil, HS code 590220 is NCM 5902.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.