Product classification

HS code for Synthetic rope: 5607.50

Twine, cordage, ropes, cables, of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.

Classification of synthetic rope under HS 5607.50

The classification of synthetic rope under HS code 5607.50 is based on its construction as cordage and its specific chemical composition. Heading 5607 covers twine, cordage, rope, and cables, whether or not they are plaited or braided. The subheading 5607.50 is specifically for products made of synthetic fibers other than polyethylene or polypropylene. This includes high-performance fibers such as nylon (polyamide) and polyester. The classification requires the product to have a linear density exceeding 20,000 decitex to be considered rope or cordage rather than yarn, as per the notes to Section XI. The material must be synthetic, meaning it is produced by the polymerization of organic monomers. This code excludes ropes made from natural fibers like sisal or jute and those made from the more common polyolefins. The inclusion of braided or impregnated versions within this code allows for a variety of industrial, maritime, and safety ropes to be classified here, provided the base material is a synthetic polymer like polyester or nylon. Even if the rope is coated with plastics or rubber for durability, it remains under 5607.50 as long as the textile component provides the essential character of the product.

Covers
  • Nylon (polyamide) ropes and cordage
  • Polyester braided cables
  • Synthetic fiber safety ropes (non-PE/PP)
  • Industrial twine of high-tenacity polyester
Also under 5607.50
  • Teufelberger (climbing and industrial ropes)
  • Samson Rope (high-performance marine ropes)
  • Bridon-Bekaert (specialty ropes)
  • Cortland Company (synthetic ropes for extreme applications)

Codes often confused with 5607.50

Common mistake. This product is often misclassified under 5607.41 or 5607.49, which are reserved for polyethylene or polypropylene (PE/PP) twine and rope. It may also be confused with 5402 or 5407 if the linear density is too low to be considered cordage. Ropes made of artificial fibers (like rayon) are classified under 5607.90 rather than 5607.50.

5607.49Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of polyethylene or polypropylene (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed5607.41Twine; binder or baler twine, of polyethylene or polypropylene54.02Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex54.07Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 54045607.90Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5607, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics

Top exporters and importers of HS 560750 (the code used for synthetic rope), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560750 (the code used for synthetic rope) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 10% 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 560750, not only synthetic rope.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $635M
  2. 2 United States $125M
  3. 3 Germany $57M

World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $119M
  2. 2 United States $112M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$64M

World total: $1.1B 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 synthetic rope

Brazil splits HS 5607.50 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about synthetic rope

What is the HS code for Synthetic rope?

The HS code for Synthetic rope is 560750 (Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics). The HS code for rope made of synthetic fibers (excluding polyethylene and polypropylene) is 5607.50.

How do I classify Synthetic rope for customs?

Synthetic rope is classified under HS code 560750 — Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are nylon ropes included in this HS code?

Yes, nylon is a polyamide synthetic fiber, and nylon ropes are classified under 5607.50 provided they meet the cordage density requirements.

Which countries are the top exporters of synthetic rope (HS 560750)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560750 (the code used for synthetic rope) in UN Comtrade data were China ($635M, 44% of world exports), the United States ($125M) and Germany ($57M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 rope (HS 560750)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 560750 (the code used for synthetic rope) in UN Comtrade data were China ($119M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($112M) and Vietnam (about $64M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 rope the same in all countries?

The base HS code 560750 for Synthetic rope 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 rope in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 560750 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for synthetic rope depends on the product's details: 5607.50.11 (Nylon twine, cordage and rope), 5607.50.19 (Other polyamide twine, cordage and rope), 5607.50.90 (Twine and rope of other synthetic fibres).