Product classification
HS code for Synthetic monofilament strips: 5405.00
Monofilament, synthetic, of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of synthetic textile materials with width not over 5mm.
Classification of synthetic monofilament strips under HS 5405.00
HS code 5405.00 covers synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, as well as strip and the like (for example, artificial straw) of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5 mm. This classification falls under Chapter 54, which deals with man-made filaments, including strips and the like of man-made textile materials. The classification is highly technical, relying on the linear density (decitex) and the physical dimensions of the product. For a product to be classified here, it must be a single filament or a strip-like material produced by extrusion. If the width of the strip exceeds 5 mm, it is generally excluded from Chapter 54 and may be classified under Chapter 39 as plastics. The "synthetic" designation refers to polymers obtained by polymerization of organic monomers, such as polyamides, polyesters, or polyurethanes. This code is often used for materials intended for weaving into hats, mats, or decorative items, where the material mimics natural straw but retains the durability of synthetic polymers.
- Covers
- Synthetic straw for hat making
- Polyester monofilament strips (width ≤ 5mm)
- Nylon artificial straw
- Polyethylene strips for weaving decorative mats
- Synthetic textile strips used in basketry
- Also under 5405.00
- DuPont Nylon Monofilament
- SWM Polypropylene Strips
- Toray Polyester Monofilament
Codes often confused with 5405.00
Common mistake. This code is often confused with heading 5404, which covers synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more but does not include the "strip and the like" category. It is also frequently confused with 3920 or 3921 if the width of the strip exceeds 5 mm, as those codes cover plastic plates, sheets, and strips that are not considered textile materials.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540500 (the code used for synthetic monofilament strips), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540500 (the code used for synthetic monofilament strips) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% 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 540500, not only synthetic monofilament strips.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $4.1M 39% of world exports
- 2 China $2.5M 24% of world exports
- 3 Italy $1.3M 13% of world exports
World total: $10M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $13M 48% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $3.0M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $2.5M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $27M 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 synthetic monofilament strips
Brazil classifies synthetic monofilament strips under NCM 5405.00.00: HS 5405.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about synthetic monofilament strips
What is the HS code for Synthetic monofilament strips?
The HS code for Synthetic monofilament strips is 540500 (Monofilament, synthetic; of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of synthetic textile materials with width not over 5mm). The HS code for synthetic monofilament strips and artificial straw with a width not exceeding 5 mm is 5405.00.
How do I classify Synthetic monofilament strips for customs?
Synthetic monofilament strips is classified under HS code 540500 — Monofilament, synthetic; of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of synthetic textile materials with width not over 5mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What happens if the strip is wider than 5 mm?
If the apparent width of the synthetic strip exceeds 5 mm, it is classified as plastic under Chapter 39 rather than as a textile material in Chapter 54.
Which countries are the top exporters of synthetic monofilament strips (HS 540500)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540500 (the code used for synthetic monofilament strips) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($4.1M, 39% of world exports), China ($2.5M) and Italy ($1.3M). World exports came to about $10M, 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 synthetic monofilament strips (HS 540500)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540500 (the code used for synthetic monofilament strips) in UN Comtrade data were China ($13M, 48% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($3.0M) and the United States ($2.5M). World imports came to about $27M, 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 Synthetic monofilament strips the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540500 for Synthetic monofilament strips 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 synthetic monofilament strips in Brazil?
In Brazil, synthetic monofilament strips (HS 540500) is classified under NCM 5405.00.00.