Product classification
HS code for Polyester textured yarn: 5402.33
Yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Classification of polyester textured yarn under HS 5402.33
Polyester textured yarn is classified under HS code 5402.33. This code refers to synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread) that has been textured. Texturing is a mechanical or thermal process that introduces kinks, loops, or curls into the filament to increase bulk, elasticity, and softness, making it more suitable for apparel and upholstery. The yarn must be a multifilament or monofilament of less than 67 decitex and must not be put up for retail sale. This classification is distinct from flat (non-textured) yarns. The "not for retail sale" designation usually implies the yarn is wound on large cones or beams intended for industrial knitting or weaving machines. The classification is based on the filament nature of the yarn, the chemical composition (polyester), and the specific texturing process it has undergone.
- Covers
- Draw Textured Yarn (DTY)
- Air Textured Yarn (ATY)
- Crimped polyester filament yarn
- Bulked polyester filament for knitting
- Textured polyester yarn on industrial cones
- Also under 5402.33
- Reliance Industries Recron DTY
- Toray T-400
- Hyosung Creora
- Indorama Ventures DTY
- Far Eastern New Century (FENC) DTY
Codes often confused with 5402.33
Common mistake. Which other HS codes get confused with this one and why. Mention specific code numbers. 5402.47 is for non-textured (flat) polyester yarn. 5401.10 is for polyester sewing thread, which is finished differently. 5406.00 is used if the yarn is put up for retail sale (e.g., small balls for hand knitting). 5509.21 is for yarn made from staple fibers, not filaments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540233 (the code used for polyester textured yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540233 (the code used for polyester textured yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 9.0% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 34% of its exports here ($76M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540233, not only polyester textured yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.9B 65% of world exports
- 2 India $349M 7.8% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $182M 4.1% of world exports
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 34% of its exports here ($76M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$424M 9.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Pakistan $366M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 Brazil $365M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $4.7B 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 polyester textured yarn
Brazil splits HS 5402.33 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5402.33.10Unbleached textured polyester filament yarn
- 5402.33.20Dyed textured polyester filament yarn
- 5402.33.90Other textured polyester filament yarn
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polyester textured yarn
What is the HS code for Polyester textured yarn?
The HS code for Polyester textured yarn is 540233 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread). The HS code for textured polyester filament yarn not for retail sale is 5402.33.
How do I classify Polyester textured yarn for customs?
Polyester textured yarn is classified under HS code 540233 — Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between DTY and FDY in HS codes?
DTY (Draw Textured Yarn) is classified as textured yarn under 5402.33, while FDY (Fully Drawn Yarn) is considered non-textured and typically falls under 5402.47.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester textured yarn (HS 540233)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540233 (the code used for polyester textured yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.9B, 65% of world exports), India ($349M) and Türkiye ($182M). World exports came to about $4.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 34% of its exports here ($76M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of polyester textured yarn (HS 540233)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540233 (the code used for polyester textured yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $424M, 9.0% of world imports), Pakistan ($366M) and Brazil ($365M). World imports came to about $4.7B, 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 textured yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540233 for Polyester textured 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 textured yarn in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 540233 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for polyester textured yarn depends on the product's details: 5402.33.10 (Unbleached textured polyester filament yarn), 5402.33.20 (Dyed textured polyester filament yarn), 5402.33.90 (Other textured polyester filament yarn).