Product classification
HS code for Bleached nylon fabric: 5407.41
Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, unbleached or bleached.
Classification of bleached nylon fabric under HS 5407.41
Woven fabrics consisting of 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamide filaments are classified under HS code 5407.41 when they are unbleached or bleached. This classification is found within Chapter 54, which specifically covers man-made filaments. The distinction between filament yarn (continuous strands) and staple fibers (short fibers that must be spun) is a fundamental rule of the textile section; fabrics made from staple fibers are classified in Chapter 55. Heading 54.07 is dedicated to woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. The sub-heading 5407.41 is reserved for fabrics where the predominant synthetic fiber is a polyamide, commonly known as nylon. The "bleached" status refers to a fabric that has been treated with oxidizing agents to achieve a high degree of whiteness. These fabrics are valued for their high tensile strength, abrasion resistance, and lightweight properties. They are commonly used in technical applications, high-performance outerwear, and industrial linings where the durability of continuous filament nylon is required.
- Covers
- Bleached nylon taffeta
- Bleached nylon ripstop (filament)
- Bleached polyamide satin woven fabric
- Bleached nylon 6,6 filament fabrics
- Bleached high-tenacity nylon woven textiles
- Also under 5407.41
- Unfinished Cordura base fabric
- Greige nylon parachute fabric
- Raw nylon lining for jackets
- Bleached polyamide for medical textiles
- Unprocessed nylon for swimwear
Codes often confused with 5407.41
Common mistake. Bleached nylon fabric is often misclassified under 5407.51 or 5512.11. HS code 5407.51 is for woven fabrics of textured polyester filaments; while both are synthetic filaments, the chemical difference between polyamide (nylon) and polyester is a primary divider in the HS system. HS code 5512.11 applies to woven fabrics made from synthetic staple fibers. If the nylon fibers are short and spun into yarn rather than being continuous filaments, the fabric must be moved to Chapter 55. Furthermore, if the fabric is coated with polyurethane or PVC, it may move to Chapter 59.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540741 (the code used for bleached nylon fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540741 (the code used for bleached nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 18% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its exports here ($10.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540741, not only bleached nylon fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $72M 29% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$34M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Thailand $19M 7.7% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its exports here ($10.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Myanmar $67M 18% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$36M 9.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $35M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $382M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 bleached nylon fabric
Brazil classifies bleached nylon fabric under NCM 5407.41.00: HS 5407.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bleached nylon fabric
What is the HS code for Bleached nylon fabric?
The HS code for Bleached nylon fabric is 540741 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, unbleached or bleached). The HS code for woven bleached nylon fabric containing 85% or more filament yarn is 5407.41.
How do I classify Bleached nylon fabric for customs?
Bleached nylon fabric is classified under HS code 540741 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the nylon fabric is dyed?
If the nylon fabric is dyed rather than bleached, it would be classified under HS code 5407.42.
Which countries are the top exporters of bleached nylon fabric (HS 540741)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540741 (the code used for bleached nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($72M, 29% of world exports), Taiwan (about $34M) and Thailand ($19M). World exports came to about $251M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its exports here ($10.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of bleached nylon fabric (HS 540741)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540741 (the code used for bleached nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($67M, 18% of world imports), Vietnam (about $36M) and Indonesia ($35M). World imports came to about $382M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bleached nylon fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540741 for Bleached nylon fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bleached nylon fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, bleached nylon fabric (HS 540741) is classified under NCM 5407.41.00.