Product classification
HS code for Cabled synthetic yarn: 5402.69
Yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Classification of cabled synthetic yarn under HS 5402.69
Cabled synthetic yarn is classified under HS code 5402.69. This classification applies to yarn composed of synthetic filaments, including monofilament of less than 67 decitex. Heading 5402 is dedicated to synthetic filament yarn, and subheading 5402.69 serves as the catch-all category for multiple (folded) or cabled yarns that do not qualify as high tenacity or textured yarns. The term 'cabled' refers to the process where two or more folded yarns are twisted together in one or more stages. For classification under this specific code, the yarn must not be put up for retail sale and must not be categorized as sewing thread. The technical distinction between synthetic and artificial fibers is critical here; synthetic fibers are synthesized from chemical monomers, such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. The yarn must also be non-textured, as textured yarns are classified under subheadings 5402.31 through 5402.39.
- Covers
- Polyester cabled filament yarn
- Nylon multiple (folded) yarn
- Acrylic cabled yarn (non-textured)
- Polypropylene multiple filament yarn
- Synthetic monofilament cabled yarn under 67 decitex
- Also under 5402.69
- Invista Cordura yarn (base material)
- Toray polyester yarn
- Hyosung creora (base material)
- DuPont nylon yarn
- Reliance Industries polyester yarn
Codes often confused with 5402.69
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 5403.49, which is reserved for artificial cabled yarn. Importers often confuse the two based on appearance, but the chemical composition is the deciding factor. Another common error involves HS code 5401.10, which is for synthetic sewing thread; if the yarn is finished for use as thread, it must move to 5401. Furthermore, if the yarn is textured, it must be classified under the 5402.3x series rather than 5402.69. High tenacity yarns of nylon or polyester are also excluded and fall under 5402.11 or 5402.20 respectively.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540269 (the code used for cabled synthetic yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540269 (the code used for cabled synthetic yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 9.8% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540269, not only cabled synthetic yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $129M 63% of world exports
- 2 United States $26M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $8.8M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $205M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $16M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$15M 9.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $11M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $166M 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 cabled synthetic yarn
Brazil classifies cabled synthetic yarn under NCM 5402.69.00: HS 5402.69 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cabled synthetic yarn
What is the HS code for Cabled synthetic yarn?
The HS code for Cabled synthetic yarn is 540269 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread). The HS code for multiple or cabled synthetic filament yarn, excluding textured and high tenacity varieties, is 5402.69.
How do I classify Cabled synthetic yarn for customs?
Cabled synthetic yarn is classified under HS code 540269 — Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is polyester cabled yarn always 5402.69?
No, it is only 5402.69 if it is not textured, not high tenacity, not sewing thread, and not packaged for retail sale.
Which countries are the top exporters of cabled synthetic yarn (HS 540269)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540269 (the code used for cabled synthetic yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($129M, 63% of world exports), the United States ($26M) and Germany ($8.8M). World exports came to about $205M, 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 cabled synthetic yarn (HS 540269)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540269 (the code used for cabled synthetic yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($16M, 9.8% of world imports), Vietnam (about $15M) and China ($11M). World imports came to about $166M, 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 Cabled synthetic yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540269 for Cabled synthetic yarn 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 cabled synthetic yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, cabled synthetic yarn (HS 540269) is classified under NCM 5402.69.00.