Product classification
HS code for Printed polyester fabric: 5407.54
Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed.
Classification of printed polyester fabric under HS 5407.54
HS code 5407.54 is designated for woven fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments that have been printed. The term "textured" is a key technical distinction; it refers to synthetic filaments that have been mechanically or thermally processed to introduce kinks, loops, or curls. This texturizing process increases the bulk, opacity, and elasticity of the yarn, making the resulting fabric feel more like natural fibers and improving its aesthetic qualities. The fabric must be woven, and the printing must occur as a finishing process where designs are applied to the fabric. Because the polyester content is so high (85%+), the fabric exhibits the durable, wrinkle-resistant, and quick-drying properties of synthetic polymers. This code falls under Chapter 54, which handles man-made filaments, and is used extensively in the global garment trade for items like blouses, dresses, and activewear. Proper classification requires laboratory confirmation that the filaments are indeed textured and that the synthetic content meets the 85% threshold.
- Covers
- Printed textured polyester crepe
- Printed textured polyester microfiber fabric
- Printed polyester jersey (woven, not knit)
- Printed textured polyester peach skin fabric
- Printed heavy-duty textured polyester for upholstery
- Also under 5407.54
- Spoonflower (custom prints on polyester)
- Robert Kaufman Fabrics (some polyester prints)
- Premier Prints
- Waverly Fabrics
- P. Kaufmann
Codes often confused with 5407.54
Common mistake. This code is often confused with HS code 5407.61, which is reserved for fabrics made of non-textured (flat) polyester filaments. It is also frequently mistaken for HS code 5512.19, which covers fabrics made from polyester staple fibers rather than filaments. Additionally, if the fabric is dyed a solid color rather than printed, it should be classified under 5407.52. Distinguishing between textured and non-textured filaments is the most common source of customs disputes for this category.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540754 (the code used for printed polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540754 (the code used for printed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 88% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 10% of world imports. Vietnam 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 6.2% of its imports here ($8.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540754, not only printed polyester fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.9B 88% of world exports
- 2 India $180M 5.5% of world exports
- 3 Italy $50M 1.5% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$174M 10% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Togo* ~$122M 7.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$116M 6.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
Vietnam 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 6.2% of its imports here ($8.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $1.7B 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 code for printed polyester fabric
Brazil classifies printed polyester fabric under NCM 5407.54.00: HS 5407.54 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about printed polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Printed polyester fabric?
The HS code for Printed polyester fabric is 540754 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed).
How do I classify Printed polyester fabric for customs?
Printed polyester fabric is classified under HS code 540754 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for printed textured polyester?
The correct HS code for woven fabrics with 85% or more textured polyester filaments that are printed is 5407.54.
How do I know if my polyester is "textured"?
Textured polyester filaments have visible or microscopic crimps and loops, providing more stretch and volume than flat, smooth non-textured filaments. This is usually specified in the technical data sheet from the manufacturer.
Which countries are the top exporters of printed polyester fabric (HS 540754)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540754 (the code used for printed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.9B, 88% of world exports), India ($180M) and Italy ($50M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 printed polyester fabric (HS 540754)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540754 (the code used for printed polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $174M, 10% of world imports), Togo (about $122M) and Bangladesh (about $116M). World imports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam 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 6.2% of its imports here ($8.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Printed polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540754 for Printed polyester 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 printed polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, printed polyester fabric (HS 540754) is classified under NCM 5407.54.00.