Product classification
HS code for Unbleached textured polyester fabric: 5407.51
Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, unbleached or bleached.
Classification of unbleached textured polyester fabric under HS 5407.51
HS code 5407.51 covers woven fabrics that are primarily composed of textured polyester filaments. To qualify for this heading, the fabric must contain at least 85% by weight of these filaments. The term \"textured\" is a critical technical distinction; it refers to synthetic filaments that have been subjected to physical or chemical treatments—such as twisting, heat-setting, or air-jetting—to introduce crimps, loops, or coils. This process changes the appearance and physical characteristics of the yarn, giving it more bulk, elasticity, and a softer, more natural feel compared to flat, non-textured filaments. The suffix .51 specifically denotes that the fabric is either unbleached or bleached. Unbleached fabrics, often called \"greige\" goods, are in their raw state after weaving and have not undergone dyeing or printing. This classification is essential for customs because the duty rates and trade regulations for synthetic woven fabrics often vary significantly based on the state of the yarn (textured vs. non-textured) and the finishing process (unbleached vs. dyed). The classification falls under Chapter 54, which deals with man-made filaments. Within this chapter, heading 5407 is dedicated to woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. The sub-classification .51 is reserved for those fabrics where textured polyester is the dominant material. If the fabric were made of non-textured filaments, it would move to a different subheading, such as 5407.61. The distinction between unbleached and bleached is grouped together in this specific code, but once the fabric is dyed, yarn-dyed, or printed, it moves to subheadings 5407.52, 5407.53, or 5407.54 respectively.
- Covers
- Unbleached textured polyester woven fabric
- Bleached textured polyester filament fabric
- Greige textured polyester cloth
- Woven fabrics containing 90% textured polyester filaments
- Also under 5407.51
- Toray Textured Polyester
- Indorama Textured Polyester
- Reliance Textured Polyester
- Formosa Textured Polyester
Codes often confused with 5407.51
Common mistake. Common misclassifications include 5407.61, which is for fabrics containing 85% or more of non-textured polyester filaments. It is also confused with 5407.52 if the fabric has been dyed. Additionally, fabrics made from polyester staple fibers (rather than continuous filaments) are classified under heading 5512.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540751 (the code used for unbleached textured polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540751 (the code used for unbleached textured polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 79% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% 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 540751, not only unbleached textured polyester fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $772M 79% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $35M 3.6% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $20M 2.0% of world exports
World total: $973M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$104M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Brazil $77M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Egypt $49M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $792M 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 unbleached textured polyester fabric
Brazil classifies unbleached textured polyester fabric under NCM 5407.51.00: HS 5407.51 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unbleached textured polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Unbleached textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for Unbleached textured polyester fabric is 540751 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, unbleached or bleached). The correct HS code is 5407.51, provided the fabric contains at least 85% textured polyester filaments by weight.
How do I classify Unbleached textured polyester fabric for customs?
Unbleached textured polyester fabric is classified under HS code 540751 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines a textured filament in HS classification?
A textured filament is one that has been processed to create kinks, curls, or loops, which increases the volume and elasticity of the yarn compared to smooth, flat filaments.
Which countries are the top exporters of unbleached textured polyester fabric (HS 540751)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540751 (the code used for unbleached textured polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($772M, 79% of world exports), Malaysia ($35M) and Türkiye ($20M). World exports came to about $973M, 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 unbleached textured polyester fabric (HS 540751)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540751 (the code used for unbleached textured polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $104M, 13% of world imports), Brazil ($77M) and Egypt ($49M). World imports came to about $792M, 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 Unbleached textured polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540751 for Unbleached 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 unbleached textured polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, unbleached textured polyester fabric (HS 540751) is classified under NCM 5407.51.00.