Product classification
HS code for Polypropylene plied yarn: 5402.63
Yarn, synthetic, filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene, other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Classification of polypropylene plied yarn under HS 5402.63
Polypropylene plied yarn is classified under HS code 5402.63. This classification is based on the construction of the yarn and its material composition. Under the Harmonized System, "plied" or "multiple" yarn refers to yarn formed by twisting together two or more single yarns. Heading 5402 covers synthetic filament yarns that are not put up for retail sale and are not sewing threads. Subheading 5402.63 is specifically designated for multiple (folded) or cabled yarns made of polypropylene filaments. This classification excludes high-tenacity yarns and textured yarns, which are categorized under different subheadings within 5402. The yarn must be composed of filaments with a linear density of less than 67 decitex. Plied yarns are typically used in applications requiring higher strength or specific aesthetic properties than single yarns, such as in the manufacture of upholstery, carpets, and industrial fabrics.
- Covers
- Multiple (folded) polypropylene yarn
- Cabled polypropylene filament yarn
- Twisted polypropylene industrial yarn
- Plied synthetic yarn for carpet backing
- Multi-strand polypropylene filament yarn
- Also under 5402.63
- Hyosung multi-filament PP yarn
- Sinopec cabled polypropylene
- ExxonMobil Chemical PP fiber
- LyondellBasell folded PP yarn
Codes often confused with 5402.63
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 5402.48, which is reserved for single polypropylene yarns. If the strands are not twisted together, they remain single yarns. Another common error is 5401.20, which applies to sewing thread; plied yarn is only classified as sewing thread if it has a specific dress/finish and is put up on supports (like reels or cones) of a certain weight. Additionally, if the yarn is textured, it must be classified under 5402.34, regardless of whether it is single or plied.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540263 (the code used for polypropylene plied yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540263 (the code used for polypropylene plied yarn) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 81% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 38% of world imports. The United Kingdom reports $160M of its chapter 54 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540263, not only polypropylene plied yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $236M 81% of world exports
- 2 China $48M 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.4M 0.5% of world exports
The United Kingdom reports $160M of its chapter 54 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $291M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $111M 38% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $62M 21% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $38M 13% of world imports
World total: $291M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 polypropylene plied yarn
Brazil classifies polypropylene plied yarn under NCM 5402.63.00: HS 5402.63 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polypropylene plied yarn
What is the HS code for Polypropylene plied yarn?
The HS code for Polypropylene plied yarn is 540263 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene, other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread). The HS code for multiple (folded) or cabled polypropylene filament yarn is 5402.63.
How do I classify Polypropylene plied yarn for customs?
Polypropylene plied yarn is classified under HS code 540263 — Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene, other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between single and plied yarn in HS classification?
Single yarn (5402.48) consists of one strand of filaments, while plied yarn (5402.63) consists of two or more single yarns twisted together to form a thicker, stronger cord.
Which countries are the top exporters of polypropylene plied yarn (HS 540263)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540263 (the code used for polypropylene plied yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($236M, 81% of world exports), China ($48M) and Germany ($1.4M). World exports came to about $291M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United Kingdom reports $160M of its chapter 54 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of polypropylene plied yarn (HS 540263)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540263 (the code used for polypropylene plied yarn) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($111M, 38% of world imports), the Netherlands ($62M) and Belgium ($38M). World imports came to about $291M, 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 Polypropylene plied yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540263 for Polypropylene 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 polypropylene plied yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, polypropylene plied yarn (HS 540263) is classified under NCM 5402.63.00.