HS Code for Bonded synthetic fabric

HS code 540730 specifically classifies woven fabrics made from synthetic filament yarn that have undergone an adhesive or thermal bonding process. This classification is precise, distinguishing these fabrics by both their material composition (synthetic filament yarn) and their manufacturing method (woven and subsequently bonded). The bonding process, whether through adhesives or heat, imparts specific properties such as enhanced strength, stability, or insulation, making the fabric suitable for particular applications. This code ensures that fabrics with this distinct structural characteristic are accurately categorized, differentiating them from unbonded woven synthetic fabrics or non-woven materials.

Products Included

• Woven polyester fabrics, thermally bonded
• Nylon filament woven fabrics, adhesive-bonded
• Synthetic woven textiles with integrated adhesive layers
• Laminated woven fabrics of synthetic filaments for industrial use
• Bonded synthetic woven fabrics for apparel linings

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for bonded synthetic fabric often involve codes for similar but distinct materials. HS code 5407.10, for instance, covers woven fabrics of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides or of polyesters, but does not specify bonding. Fabrics classified under 5903.90, "Textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics," might be confused, but 540730 specifically refers to the bonding of the fabric structure itself, often without a distinct plastic layer, or where the bonding is integral to the fabric's formation rather than a surface treatment. Another potential misclassification is with 5603.1x, which covers nonwovens of man-made filaments; however, 540730 explicitly applies to woven fabrics, a fundamental structural difference.

FAQ

What is the HS code for bonded synthetic fabric?

The HS code for bonded synthetic fabric is 540730. This code specifically covers woven fabrics made from synthetic filament yarn that have been adhesive or thermal bonded.

What distinguishes HS code 540730 from other synthetic fabric codes?

The key distinction for HS code 540730 is the "adhesive or thermal bonded" characteristic. This refers to a specific manufacturing process where layers or fibers of woven synthetic filament fabric are joined using heat or adhesive, imparting unique structural and functional properties, differentiating it from unbonded or simply coated synthetic fabrics.