Product classification
HS code for High tenacity nylon fabric: 5407.10
Fabrics, woven, from high tenacity yarn, of nylon, other polyamides or of polyesters.
Classification of high tenacity nylon fabric under HS 5407.10
HS code 5407.10 applies to woven fabrics manufactured from high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, or of polyesters. In the context of the Harmonized System, "high tenacity yarn" is specifically defined in Note 6 to Section XI as yarn having a tenacity, expressed in centinewtons per tex (cN/tex), greater than 60 cN/tex for single nylon or polyester yarns. These fabrics are engineered for high-performance applications such as parachutes, sails, and industrial reinforcements where strength-to-weight ratios are critical. The classification under 5407.10 is prioritized because the fabric is woven from synthetic filament yarns. If the fabric were made from staple fibers or if the yarn did not meet the tenacity threshold, it would be classified under different subheadings of Chapter 54 or 55. The determination of this code requires laboratory testing of the yarn's breaking strength to confirm it meets the "high tenacity" legal definition.
- Covers
- Woven high tenacity nylon 6,6 fabric
- Ballistic nylon fabric (high tenacity)
- Parachute canopy fabric
- High tenacity polyester woven sailcloth
- Industrial reinforcement fabrics made of high tenacity filaments
- Also under 5407.10
- Cordura fabrics
- Kevlar (though aramid, similar application)
- Dyneema Composite Fabric
- Hypalon (often coated, but base fabric applies)
- Ripstop Nylon by Invista
Codes often confused with 5407.10
Common mistake. This product is frequently misclassified under 5407.20, which covers fabrics woven from strip or the like. It is also often confused with 5902.10, which is tire cord fabric of high tenacity yarn. While both use high tenacity yarn, 5902 is specifically for fabrics used in tire manufacturing and usually has a different weave structure (often warp-only with light weft). Additionally, if the fabric is coated with plastics, it might move to 5903, depending on whether the coating can be seen with the naked eye.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540710 (the code used for high tenacity nylon fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540710 (the code used for high tenacity nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 6.7% 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 12% of its imports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540710, not only high tenacity nylon fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $128M 11% of world exports
- 2 India $120M 10% of world exports
- 3 Germany $111M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $96M 6.7% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $84M 5.8% of world imports
- 3 Myanmar $82M 5.7% 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 12% of its imports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
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 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 codes for high tenacity nylon fabric
Brazil splits HS 5407.10 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5407.10.11High-tenacity aramid fabric, no rubber thread
- 5407.10.19Non-aramid high-tenacity fabric, no rubber thread
- 5407.10.21High-tenacity aramid fabric, with rubber thread
- 5407.10.29Non-aramid high-tenacity fabric with rubber thread
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about high tenacity nylon fabric
What is the HS code for High tenacity nylon fabric?
The HS code for High tenacity nylon fabric is 540710 (Fabrics, woven; from high tenacity yarn, of nylon, other polyamides or of polyesters). The HS code for woven fabrics of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides is 5407.10.
How do I classify High tenacity nylon fabric for customs?
High tenacity nylon fabric is classified under HS code 540710 — Fabrics, woven; from high tenacity yarn, of nylon, other polyamides or of polyesters. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What qualifies as "high tenacity" for nylon fabric?
According to HS Section XI Note 6, nylon yarn must have a tenacity greater than 60 cN/tex to be considered high tenacity for classification purposes.
Which countries are the top exporters of high tenacity nylon fabric (HS 540710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540710 (the code used for high tenacity nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($128M, 11% of world exports), India ($120M) and Germany ($111M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 high tenacity nylon fabric (HS 540710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540710 (the code used for high tenacity nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($96M, 6.7% of world imports), Indonesia ($84M) and Myanmar ($82M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 12% of its imports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for High tenacity nylon fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540710 for High tenacity 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 high tenacity nylon fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 540710 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for high tenacity nylon fabric depends on the product's details: 5407.10.11 (High-tenacity aramid fabric, no rubber thread), 5407.10.19 (Non-aramid high-tenacity fabric, no rubber thread), 5407.10.21 (High-tenacity aramid fabric, with rubber thread), 5407.10.29 (Non-aramid high-tenacity fabric with rubber thread).