Product classification
HS code for High twist polypropylene yarn: 5402.53
Yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Classification of high twist polypropylene yarn under HS 5402.53
HS code 5402.53 is assigned to single synthetic filament yarns made of polypropylene that possess a twist of more than 50 turns per metre. Polypropylene is a lightweight, hydrophobic polymer, and its classification in this subheading requires that the yarn is not textured and not high tenacity. The "single" designation is a legal requirement, meaning the yarn consists of one strand of filaments twisted together. The twist level is essential for providing the yarn with the necessary mechanical properties for specific industrial applications, such as filtration fabrics or specialized upholstery. Like other yarns in heading 5402, these must not be prepared for retail sale and must not be sewing thread. The monofilament component must also remain below the 67 decitex limit to stay within this heading; otherwise, it may fall under heading 5404 as synthetic monofilament.
- Covers
- Single polypropylene filament yarn with 80 turns per metre
- Non-textured polypropylene yarn for technical textiles
- High-twist polypropylene monofilament (under 67 decitex)
- Polypropylene yarn for industrial knitting applications
- Also under 5402.53
- Hyosung polypropylene yarn
- Sinopec PP filament
- ExxonMobil Chemical polypropylene fiber
- LyondellBasell PP yarn
Codes often confused with 5402.53
Common mistake. Confusion often arises with HS code 5402.34, which is the designated code for textured polypropylene yarns. If the yarn has been processed for bulk, it must be classified there. Another error involves HS code 5402.48, which covers other polypropylene yarns with a twist of 50 turns per metre or less. If the polypropylene yarn is high tenacity (used for heavy-duty ropes or straps), it might be misclassified here instead of the more general high tenacity subheadings if specific polypropylene tenacity codes are not available in the local tariff.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540253 (the code used for high twist polypropylene yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540253 (the code used for high twist polypropylene yarn) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 19% 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 540253, not only high twist polypropylene yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $43M 64% of world exports
- 2 China $7.8M 12% of world exports
- 3 India $4.0M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $67M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $8.8M 19% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $5.4M 12% of world imports
- 3 Morocco $5.0M 11% of world imports
World total: $46M 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 high twist polypropylene yarn
Brazil classifies high twist polypropylene yarn under NCM 5402.53.00: HS 5402.53 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about high twist polypropylene yarn
What is the HS code for High twist polypropylene yarn?
The HS code for High twist polypropylene yarn is 540253 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread). The HS code for single, non-textured, high twist polypropylene filament yarn is 5402.53.
How do I classify High twist polypropylene yarn for customs?
High twist polypropylene yarn is classified under HS code 540253 — Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines a "high twist" for polypropylene in the HS system?
In the context of heading 5402, a high twist is defined as any twist exceeding 50 turns per metre.
Which countries are the top exporters of high twist polypropylene yarn (HS 540253)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540253 (the code used for high twist polypropylene yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($43M, 64% of world exports), China ($7.8M) and India ($4.0M). World exports came to about $67M, 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 twist polypropylene yarn (HS 540253)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540253 (the code used for high twist polypropylene yarn) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($8.8M, 19% of world imports), Belgium ($5.4M) and Morocco ($5.0M). World imports came to about $46M, 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 High twist polypropylene yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540253 for High twist polypropylene 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 high twist polypropylene yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, high twist polypropylene yarn (HS 540253) is classified under NCM 5402.53.00.