Product classification
HS code for Modacrylic blend yarn: 5509.69
Yarn, (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.6, not put up for retail sale.
Classification of modacrylic blend yarn under HS 5509.69
HS code 5509.69 applies to yarn made from acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers that is not put up for retail sale. This classification is found in Chapter 55, which deals with man-made staple fibers. Heading 5509 covers yarns of synthetic staple fibers (other than sewing thread). The sub-heading 5509.69 is specifically for yarns where acrylic or modacrylic fibers are the primary synthetic component, but they are blended with fibers other than wool, fine animal hair, or cotton. Common blends include modacrylic mixed with rayon, lyocell, or aramid fibers. The term "not put up for retail sale" is a technical distinction in the HS nomenclature; it refers to yarn that is wound on supports like cones or large bobbins in weights that suggest industrial use rather than consumer use. If the yarn were packaged for individual sale in a craft store, it would be classified under heading 5511. Classification requires adherence to GIR 1 and 6, as well as Section XI Note 2 regarding fiber weight. Modacrylic is often chosen for these yarns due to its flame-retardant properties, making it essential for the production of safety textiles. Importers must be prepared to provide a Certificate of Analysis to prove the fiber composition and the staple length of the fibers used in the yarn construction.
- Covers
- Modacrylic and rayon blended industrial yarn
- Flame-retardant modacrylic and polyester yarn
- Modacrylic and aramid fiber blends for safety gear
- Single or multiple ply modacrylic blend yarns
- Non-retail modacrylic yarns for knitting or weaving
- Also under 5509.69
- Dralon (acrylic fibers used in blends)
- Kanecaron (modacrylic fibers used in blends)
- Toray Industries (acrylic fibers)
- Indorama Ventures (polyester often blended with acrylic)
- Vardhman Textiles (acrylic blend yarns)
Codes often confused with 5509.69
Common mistake. Common misclassifications include 5509.61 (mixed with wool) and 5509.62 (mixed with cotton). It is also frequently confused with 5511.10 or 5511.20 if the packaging is not clearly industrial, as heading 5511 is reserved for yarns put up for retail sale.
Top exporters and importers of HS 550969 (the code used for modacrylic blend yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 550969 (the code used for modacrylic blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 67% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 24% 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 550969, not only modacrylic blend yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $240M 67% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $48M 14% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $17M 4.9% of world exports
World total: $356M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$83M 24% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $60M 17% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$52M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $344M 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 modacrylic blend yarn
Brazil classifies modacrylic blend yarn under NCM 5509.69.00: HS 5509.69 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about modacrylic blend yarn
What is the HS code for Modacrylic blend yarn?
The HS code for Modacrylic blend yarn is 550969 (Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.6, not put up for retail sale). The HS code for yarn of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, mixed with fibers other than wool or cotton and not for retail sale, is 5509.69.
How do I classify Modacrylic blend yarn for customs?
Modacrylic blend yarn is classified under HS code 550969 — Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.6, not put up for retail sale. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include sewing thread?
No, sewing thread of man-made staple fibers is classified separately under heading 5508.
Which countries are the top exporters of modacrylic blend yarn (HS 550969)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 550969 (the code used for modacrylic blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($240M, 67% of world exports), Türkiye ($48M) and Indonesia ($17M). World exports came to about $356M, 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 modacrylic blend yarn (HS 550969)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 550969 (the code used for modacrylic blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $83M, 24% of world imports), China ($60M) and Vietnam (about $52M). World imports came to about $344M, 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 Modacrylic blend yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 550969 for Modacrylic 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 modacrylic blend yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, modacrylic blend yarn (HS 550969) is classified under NCM 5509.69.00.