Product classification

HS code for Lurex yarn: 5605.00

Yarn, metallised, whether or not gimped, of textile yarn, or strip or the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, combined with metal in the form of thread, strip or powder or covered with metal.

Classification of lurex yarn under HS 5605.00

Lurex yarn is classified under HS code 5605.00. This heading covers metallized yarn, which consists of textile yarn combined with metal in the form of thread, strip, or powder. Lurex is a brand name for a type of yarn with a metallic appearance, usually made by laminating a layer of aluminum between two plastic films (often polyester or polyamide). Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 56 deals with wadding, felt, nonwovens, and special yarns. Heading 5605 specifically identifies yarns that have been metallized or covered with metal. This classification is distinct from simple synthetic filaments or metal wires, as it represents a composite product of textile and metal. The classification is supported by GRI 1, as the product is specifically named in the heading text for metallized yarn.

Covers
  • Metallized textile yarn
  • Gimped yarn containing metal thread
  • Polyester film laminated with aluminum (yarn form)
  • Yarn combined with metal powder
  • Lurex branded metallic threads
Also under 5605.00
  • Lurex (brand of metallic yarn)
  • Coats (specialty threads)
  • Shieldex (conductive yarns)
  • Statex (metallized textiles)

Codes often confused with 5605.00

Common mistake. Lurex yarn is often misclassified under HS code 5404 or 5405, which cover synthetic monofilament and strips. While Lurex often starts as a strip, the addition of metal or the process of metallization moves it to 5605.00. It is also sometimes confused with 5809.00, which is the code for the fabric made from this yarn. Additionally, pure metal wire used in textiles should be classified in Section XV (Base Metals) rather than Chapter 56, provided it does not contain any textile components.

54.04Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more, of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw) of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5mm54.05Artificial monofilament of 67 decitex or more, no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of artificial textile materials of a width not exceeding 5mm5809.00Fabrics, woven; of metal thread and metallised yarn of heading no. 5605, of a kind used in apparel, as furnishing fabrics or similar purposes; n.e.c. or included

Top exporters and importers of HS 560500 (the code used for lurex yarn), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560500 (the code used for lurex yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sri Lanka, with 9.1% 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 560500, not only lurex yarn.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $79M
  2. 2 United States $21M
  3. 3 France $15M

World total: $186M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Sri Lanka $16M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$14M
  3. 3 France $12M

World total: $177M 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 codes for lurex yarn

Brazil splits HS 5605.00 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about lurex yarn

What is the HS code for Lurex yarn?

The HS code for Lurex yarn is 560500 (Yarn; metallised, whether or not gimped, of textile yarn, or strip or the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, combined with metal in the form of thread, strip or powder or covered with metal). The HS code for Lurex and other metallized yarns is 5605.00.

How do I classify Lurex yarn for customs?

Lurex yarn is classified under HS code 560500 — Yarn; metallised, whether or not gimped, of textile yarn, or strip or the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, combined with metal in the form of thread, strip or powder or covered with metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is Lurex yarn considered a synthetic filament?

While it contains synthetic materials, the presence of metal means it is classified as metallized yarn under 5605.00 rather than a standard synthetic filament in Chapter 54.

Which countries are the top exporters of lurex yarn (HS 560500)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560500 (the code used for lurex yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($79M, 42% of world exports), the United States ($21M) and France ($15M). World exports came to about $186M, 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 lurex yarn (HS 560500)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 560500 (the code used for lurex yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Sri Lanka ($16M, 9.1% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $14M) and France ($12M). World imports came to about $177M, 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 Lurex yarn the same in all countries?

The base HS code 560500 for Lurex 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 lurex yarn in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 560500 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for lurex yarn depends on the product's details: 5605.00.10 (Metallised yarn with precious metals), 5605.00.20 (Gimped metallised yarn, without precious metals), 5605.00.90 (Other metallised yarn).