Product classification
HS code for Polyester plied 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 plied yarn under HS 5402.62
HS code 5402.62 applies to polyester filament yarns that are "multiple" (folded) or "cabled." This means the yarn is created by twisting together two or more single yarns to form a thicker, stronger strand. This classification falls under Chapter 54, which covers synthetic filaments. To qualify for this code, the yarn must not be high-tenacity, must not be textured, and must not be prepared for retail sale. The distinction between single yarns (found in 5402.4x) and plied yarns (5402.6x) is a fundamental aspect of textile classification. Plied yarns are generally stronger and more uniform than single yarns, making them suitable for specific industrial and heavy-duty textile applications. The classification process involves examining the yarn's structure to determine the number of plies and the direction and degree of the twist, ensuring it meets the definition of multiple or cabled yarn.
- Covers
- Multiple (folded) polyester filament yarn
- Cabled synthetic polyester yarn
- Two-ply or three-ply polyester filament
- Non-textured plied industrial yarn
- 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 5402.47, which is for single polyester filament yarns. The presence of a plying twist is the key differentiator. It is also often confused with HS code 5401.10, which covers sewing thread of synthetic filaments. If the plied yarn has been finished or treated for use specifically as sewing thread (e.g., with a specific lubricant or final twist), it must be classified under 5401 rather than 5402.62.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester plied yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester plied 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 plied 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 plied yarn
Brazil classifies polyester plied 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 plied yarn
What is the HS code for Polyester plied yarn?
The HS code for Polyester plied 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 multiple (folded) or cabled polyester filament yarn (not for retail sale) is 5402.62.
How do I classify Polyester plied yarn for customs?
Polyester plied 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.
How is plied yarn different from single yarn?
Plied yarn (multiple or cabled) consists of two or more single yarns twisted together, whereas single yarn consists of only one strand.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester plied yarn (HS 540262)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester plied 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 plied yarn (HS 540262)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540262 (the code used for polyester plied 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 plied yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540262 for Polyester plied 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 plied yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, polyester plied yarn (HS 540262) is classified under NCM 5402.62.00.