Product classification
HS code for Textured polyester fabric: 5407.54
Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed.
Classification of textured polyester fabric under HS 5407.54
HS code 540754 is designated for woven fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments that have been printed. This classification falls under Chapter 54, which covers man-made filaments and woven fabrics thereof. To qualify for this specific code, the fabric must meet three primary criteria: it must be woven, it must consist predominantly of textured polyester (at least 85%), and it must have undergone a printing process. Texturing refers to the mechanical or chemical process that gives the filament yarn a crimped, curled, or looped appearance, which enhances the fabric's bulk, elasticity, and hand-feel. The printed designation distinguishes these fabrics from those that are unbleached, bleached, dyed, or woven from yarns of different colors. This code is frequently used in the apparel and home furnishing industries for items like dresses, blouses, and decorative linens where the aesthetic of a print is combined with the durability and texture of polyester. The 85% threshold is a strict requirement; if the fabric contains a higher percentage of natural fibers or other synthetic filaments that drop the textured polyester content below 85%, it must be classified under different subheadings within 5407 or even different chapters depending on the blend.
- Covers
- Printed woven fabrics of 100% textured polyester
- Printed fabrics with 90% textured polyester and 10% elastane
- Printed microfiber polyester woven fabrics (if textured)
- Printed crepe fabrics made of textured polyester filaments
- Printed dobby or jacquard woven textured polyester
- 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 540752, which covers dyed textured polyester fabrics, or 540751, which covers unbleached or bleached versions. Another common error is misclassifying non-textured polyester fabrics under this code; those should be under 540761 if they are 100% non-textured filaments. Furthermore, knitted fabrics are often incorrectly placed here but belong in Chapter 60 (e.g., 6006.34 for printed synthetic knits).
Top exporters and importers of HS 540754 (the code used for textured polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540754 (the code used for textured 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 textured 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 textured polyester fabric
Brazil classifies textured 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 textured polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for Textured polyester fabric is 540754 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, printed).
How do I classify Textured polyester fabric for customs?
Textured 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 fabric?
The specific HS code for woven fabrics containing 85% or more textured polyester filaments that are printed is 540754.
Does this code include knitted polyester fabrics?
No, HS code 540754 applies exclusively to woven fabrics. Knitted or crocheted fabrics are classified under Chapter 60.
Which countries are the top exporters of textured polyester fabric (HS 540754)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540754 (the code used for textured 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 textured polyester fabric (HS 540754)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540754 (the code used for textured 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 Textured polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540754 for Textured 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 textured polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, textured polyester fabric (HS 540754) is classified under NCM 5407.54.00.