Product classification
HS code for Synthetic raffia fabric: 5407.20
Fabrics, woven, from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials.
Classification of synthetic raffia fabric under HS 5407.20
Synthetic raffia fabric is classified under HS code 5407.20 because it is a woven fabric manufactured from synthetic textile materials in the form of strips or similar shapes. According to the Section XI notes of the Harmonized System, strips of synthetic textile materials (typically polypropylene or polyethylene) with an apparent width not exceeding 5 mm are treated as textile materials rather than plastics of Chapter 39. Heading 5407 specifically covers woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, and subheading 5407.20 is reserved for fabrics woven from these strips. The classification depends on the manufacturing process where the strips are interlaced at right angles, distinguishing them from non-woven materials or simple extruded plastic sheets. This material is widely used in industrial packaging and agricultural applications due to its high tensile strength and durability.
- Covers
- Woven polypropylene (PP) raffia fabric in rolls
- Woven polyethylene (PE) strip fabric
- Silt fence fabric made of woven synthetic strips
- Ground cover textile fabric
- Woven synthetic material for heavy-duty sacks
- Also under 5407.20
- Raffia fabric
- FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container) fabric
- Tarpaulin material (woven base)
- Geotextile membranes
- Agricultural shade cloths
Codes often confused with 5407.20
Common mistake. This product is frequently confused with HS code 3920.20, which covers non-cellular plates, sheets, and film of polymers of propylene. However, if the material is woven, it must be classified under Chapter 54. Another common error is using HS code 6305.33, which is intended for finished sacks and bags used for the packing of goods. If the fabric is imported in bulk rolls and not yet converted into bags, 5407.20 is the correct designation. Additionally, if the strips exceed 5 mm in width, the product may fall back into Chapter 39 as plastic articles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540720 (the code used for synthetic raffia fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540720 (the code used for synthetic raffia fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 540720, not only synthetic raffia fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $276M 23% of world exports
- 2 India $123M 11% of world exports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $91M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $309M 23% of world imports
- 2 Canada $67M 4.9% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $57M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 raffia fabric
Brazil classifies synthetic raffia fabric under NCM 5407.20.00: HS 5407.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about synthetic raffia fabric
What is the HS code for Synthetic raffia fabric?
The HS code for Synthetic raffia fabric is 540720 (Fabrics, woven; from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials). The HS code for synthetic raffia fabric is 5407.20, which covers woven fabrics of strip or the like of synthetic textile materials.
How do I classify Synthetic raffia fabric for customs?
Synthetic raffia fabric is classified under HS code 540720 — Fabrics, woven; from strip or the like, of synthetic textile materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is synthetic raffia classified as plastic or textile?
Under the Harmonized System, if the synthetic strips are 5 mm or less in width and are woven into a fabric, they are classified as textiles under Chapter 54 rather than plastics under Chapter 39.
Which countries are the top exporters of synthetic raffia fabric (HS 540720)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540720 (the code used for synthetic raffia fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($276M, 23% of world exports), India ($123M) and Saudi Arabia ($91M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 raffia fabric (HS 540720)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540720 (the code used for synthetic raffia fabric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($309M, 23% of world imports), Canada ($67M) and the Netherlands ($57M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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.
Is the HS code for Synthetic raffia fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540720 for Synthetic raffia 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 synthetic raffia fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, synthetic raffia fabric (HS 540720) is classified under NCM 5407.20.00.