Product classification
HS code for Craft synthetic blend yarn: 5511.20
Yarn, (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale.
Classification of craft synthetic blend yarn under HS 5511.20
HS code 5511.20 applies to yarn made from synthetic staple fibers where the synthetic component is less than 85% by weight. To qualify for this code, the yarn must be put up for retail sale, which is a technical definition within the Harmonized System. According to Section XI, Note 4, yarn is considered put up for retail sale if it meets specific weight and packaging criteria, such as being on cards, reels, or in balls and skeins not exceeding a certain weight (usually 125 grams for these blends). This classification distinguishes between industrial-use yarn found in Chapter 5509 and consumer-facing craft yarn. The blend often includes natural fibers like wool, cotton, or silk, but the synthetic staple fiber remains a significant component. Staple fibers are short fibers that have been spun together, as opposed to continuous filaments. This specific code is used for yarns where the synthetic portion is the minority or just under the 85% threshold, often used in knitting and crocheting to provide durability or specific textures. Importers must verify the precise weight percentage of each fiber type to ensure the 85% threshold is not exceeded, as this would shift the classification to 5511.10. The determination of fiber content is usually performed through laboratory analysis or by reviewing the manufacturer's technical specifications. This code is essential for tracking trade in blended textiles and ensuring appropriate tariffs are applied based on fiber composition.
- Covers
- Acrylic-wool blend knitting yarn
- Polyester-cotton blend crochet yarn
- Nylon-blend craft yarn for retail sale
- Synthetic staple fiber blends under 85% synthetic
- Mixed fiber yarns in retail skeins
- Also under 5511.20
- Lion Brand Yarn (various blends)
- Red Heart Yarns (blended lines)
- Bernat Yarns (blended lines)
- Patons Yarns (blended lines)
- Caron Yarns (blended lines)
Codes often confused with 5511.20
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 5511.10, which is used if the synthetic content is 85% or more. It is also confused with 5509.53 or similar codes in heading 5509, which apply to blended yarns that are not put up for retail sale (e.g., large industrial cones). Misclassification often occurs when the weight of the retail unit exceeds the limits defined in Section XI Note 4.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551120 (the code used for craft synthetic blend yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551120 (the code used for craft synthetic blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 551120, not only craft synthetic blend yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $31M 41% of world exports
- 2 China $12M 16% of world exports
- 3 Italy $5.3M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $75M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $10M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $5.3M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 France $4.1M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $65M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 craft synthetic blend yarn
Brazil classifies craft synthetic blend yarn under NCM 5511.20.00: HS 5511.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about craft synthetic blend yarn
What is the HS code for Craft synthetic blend yarn?
The HS code for Craft synthetic blend yarn is 551120 (Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale).
How do I classify Craft synthetic blend yarn for customs?
Craft synthetic blend yarn is classified under HS code 551120 — Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres, put up for retail sale. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for blended craft yarn?
The HS code for craft yarn containing less than 85% synthetic staple fibers is 5511.20.
How is retail sale defined for yarn?
It is defined by the packaging (balls, skeins, or reels) and weight limits, typically not exceeding 125 grams for these specific blends.
Which countries are the top exporters of craft synthetic blend yarn (HS 551120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551120 (the code used for craft synthetic blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($31M, 41% of world exports), China ($12M) and Italy ($5.3M). World exports came to about $75M, 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 craft synthetic blend yarn (HS 551120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551120 (the code used for craft synthetic blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($10M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($5.3M) and France ($4.1M). World imports came to about $65M, 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 Craft synthetic blend yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551120 for Craft synthetic blend 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 craft synthetic blend yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, craft synthetic blend yarn (HS 551120) is classified under NCM 5511.20.00.