Product classification
HS code for Polyester cabled yarn: 5402.62
Yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Classification of polyester cabled yarn under HS 5402.62
Polyester cabled yarn is classified under HS code 5402.62 because it consists of synthetic filament yarn that has been multiple (folded) or cabled. This specific code is designated for polyester filaments that are not high tenacity, not textured, and not intended for retail sale. The classification falls under Chapter 54, which governs man-made filaments, strips, and the like. To qualify for 5402.62, the yarn must be composed of monofilaments measuring less than 67 decitex. The "cabled" designation refers to the process where two or more folded yarns are twisted together. This product is distinct from sewing thread, which is classified under 5401. The technical specifications regarding the lack of texturing and the specific decitex measurement are the primary drivers for this classification. Customs authorities look for the physical structure of the yarn—specifically the multiple or cabled twist—to distinguish it from single yarns or textured variants. Furthermore, the exclusion from "retail sale" means the yarn is typically imported on large industrial bobbins or cones for further manufacturing. If the yarn were textured, it would move to 5402.33, highlighting the importance of the physical state of the filament. The yarn must be made of polyester filaments to meet the 5402.62 criteria, as other synthetic materials like nylon would fall under different subheadings within the same chapter.
- Covers
- Multiple (folded) polyester filament yarn
- Cabled polyester filament yarn
- Non-textured industrial polyester yarn
- Polyester yarn for weaving or knitting (not for retail)
- Also under 5402.62
- Reliance Industries multi-filament polyester
- Indorama Ventures folded polyester yarn
- Toray Industries cabled polyester
- Far Eastern New Century (FENC) multi-ply yarn
Codes often confused with 5402.62
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 5401.10, which covers synthetic filament sewing thread. The distinction lies in the finish and intended use; sewing thread is usually glazed or polished. It is also confused with 5402.33, which is reserved for textured polyester yarn. If the yarn is made of staple fibers rather than continuous filaments, it must be classified under 5509.21 or 5509.22.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester cabled yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester cabled yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 12% 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 540262, not only polyester cabled yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $206M 45% of world exports
- 2 India $110M 24% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $38M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $457M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$49M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$44M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $29M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $418M 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 polyester cabled yarn
Brazil classifies polyester cabled yarn under NCM 5402.62.00: HS 5402.62 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polyester cabled yarn
What is the HS code for Polyester cabled yarn?
The HS code for Polyester cabled yarn is 540262 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread). The HS code for polyester cabled yarn (not for retail sale and not textured) is 5402.62.
How do I classify Polyester cabled yarn for customs?
Polyester cabled yarn is classified under HS code 540262 — Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between cabled and textured yarn in classification?
Cabled yarn (5402.62) refers to the mechanical twisting of multiple yarns, while textured yarn (5402.33) refers to filaments that have been physically altered to create bulk or stretch through heat or mechanical processes.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester cabled yarn (HS 540262)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester cabled yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($206M, 45% of world exports), India ($110M) and Türkiye ($38M). World exports came to about $457M, 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 polyester cabled yarn (HS 540262)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester cabled yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $49M, 12% of world imports), Vietnam (about $44M) and the United States ($29M). World imports came to about $418M, 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 Polyester cabled yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540262 for Polyester cabled 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 polyester cabled yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, polyester cabled yarn (HS 540262) is classified under NCM 5402.62.00.