Product classification

HS code for Multi-color nylon fabric: 5407.43

Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours.

Classification of multi-color nylon fabric under HS 5407.43

The classification of multi-color nylon fabric under HS code 5407.43 is based on its construction as a woven fabric and its specific material composition. This code is situated within Chapter 54, which covers man-made filaments. To fall under this heading, the fabric must contain 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides. The "yarns of different colors" designation indicates that the fabric is neither a solid color (dyed in the piece) nor printed. Instead, it is woven from yarns that were dyed prior to the weaving process, creating patterns such as stripes, checks, or complex jacquard designs. This distinction is critical because the manufacturing process for yarn-dyed fabrics is generally more complex and costly than piece-dyeing or printing, often resulting in different tariff treatments. The filaments must be continuous; if the fabric is made from staple (discontinuous) fibers, it would be classified in Chapter 55. This code is essential for technical textiles, high-end outerwear, and industrial fabrics where the strength of nylon and the durability of yarn-dyed colors are required.

Covers
  • Woven nylon ripstop with multi-color yarn patterns
  • High-tenacity polyamide fabrics (85%+ nylon) with yarn-dyed stripes
  • Nylon jacquard woven fabrics for luggage or upholstery
  • Multi-color nylon taffeta made from pre-dyed filaments
  • Yarn-dyed nylon oxford fabrics
Also under 5407.43
  • Patterned nylon for designer handbags
  • Multi-color nylon for outdoor gear (e.g., backpacks)
  • Yarn-dyed polyamide for sportswear
  • Automotive interior fabrics with woven patterns
  • High-end luggage fabrics

Codes often confused with 5407.43

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 5407.42 (dyed nylon fabric) and 5407.44 (printed nylon fabric). The key difference is the stage at which color is applied. Furthermore, if the nylon content is less than 85% by weight, the fabric may fall under other subheadings of 5407, such as 5407.53 (polyester). It is also frequently confused with knitted nylon fabrics, which are classified in Chapter 60 (e.g., 6006.33).

5407.42Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, dyed5407.44Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, printed54.07Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 54045407.53Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, of yarns of different colours6006.33Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, of yarns of different colours

Top exporters and importers of HS 540743 (the code used for multi-color nylon fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540743 (the code used for multi-color nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 27% 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 540743, not only multi-color nylon fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $18M
  2. 2 Italy $11M
  3. 3 Taiwan* ~$5.9M

World total: $56M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Nigeria $22M
  2. 2 Indonesia $10M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$5.1M

World total: $82M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 multi-color nylon fabric

Brazil classifies multi-color nylon fabric under NCM 5407.43.00: HS 5407.43 with 00 added.

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

Questions about multi-color nylon fabric

What is the HS code for Multi-color nylon fabric?

The HS code for Multi-color nylon fabric is 540743 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours). The HS code is 5407.43 for woven fabrics containing 85% or more nylon filaments made of yarns of different colors.

How do I classify Multi-color nylon fabric for customs?

Multi-color nylon fabric is classified under HS code 540743 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, of yarns of different colours. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What if the fabric is a blend of nylon and polyester?

If the nylon content is less than 85%, it is classified under different subheadings of 5407 depending on which synthetic filament predominates by weight.

Which countries are the top exporters of multi-color nylon fabric (HS 540743)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540743 (the code used for multi-color nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($18M, 32% of world exports), Italy ($11M) and Taiwan (about $5.9M). World exports came to about $56M, 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 multi-color nylon fabric (HS 540743)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 540743 (the code used for multi-color nylon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($22M, 27% of world imports), Indonesia ($10M) and Vietnam (about $5.1M). World imports came to about $82M, 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 Multi-color nylon fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 540743 for Multi-color 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 multi-color nylon fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, multi-color nylon fabric (HS 540743) is classified under NCM 5407.43.00.