Product classification
HS code for Viscose rayon fabric: 5408.10
Fabrics, woven, of viscose rayon, high tenacity, artificial filament yarn.
Classification of viscose rayon fabric under HS 5408.10
Viscose rayon fabric is classified under HS code 5408.10 when it consists of woven fabrics made from high tenacity artificial filament yarn. The Harmonized System distinguishes between natural fibers and man-made fibers, further dividing man-made fibers into synthetic and artificial. Viscose rayon, being derived from regenerated cellulose, is categorized as an artificial fiber. Within Chapter 54, which deals with man-made filaments, heading 5408 specifically addresses woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn. The subheading 5408.10 is reserved for fabrics made of "high tenacity" yarn, which is defined by its breaking tenacity (measured in centinewtons per tex) exceeding a specific threshold. This classification is critical for industrial or heavy-duty textile applications where the strength of the viscose filament is a primary technical requirement. The fabric must be woven, meaning it is produced on a loom by interlacing warp and weft threads. Non-woven or knitted variants would fall under different chapters entirely. The "high tenacity" designation is a technical specification that must be verifiable through laboratory testing of the yarn's tensile strength, distinguishing it from standard apparel-grade viscose fabrics.
- Covers
- High tenacity viscose filament fabrics
- Woven rayon tire cord fabric
- Industrial grade viscose woven textiles
- Reinforced artificial filament fabrics
- Also under 5408.10
- Fabrics for tire reinforcement (e.g., Continental, Michelin suppliers)
- Industrial belting fabrics (e.g., Fenner, Habasit suppliers)
- Protective workwear fabrics (e.g., for fire-resistant linings)
Codes often confused with 5408.10
Common mistake. This code is often confused with HS code 5408.21, which covers other woven fabrics of artificial filaments that do not meet the high tenacity requirement. It is also frequently misclassified under heading 5516, which covers woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers. The distinction lies in whether the yarn is a continuous filament (Chapter 54) or cut into short staple fibers (Chapter 55).
Top exporters and importers of HS 540810 (the code used for viscose rayon fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540810 (the code used for viscose rayon fabric) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 66% 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 540810, not only viscose rayon fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $9.8M 29% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $5.3M 16% of world exports
- 3 India $3.6M 11% of world exports
World total: $33M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Myanmar $117M 66% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $17M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Sri Lanka $9.4M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $177M 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 viscose rayon fabric
Brazil classifies viscose rayon fabric under NCM 5408.10.00: HS 5408.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about viscose rayon fabric
What is the HS code for Viscose rayon fabric?
The HS code for Viscose rayon fabric is 540810 (Fabrics, woven; of viscose rayon, high tenacity, artificial filament yarn). The HS code for woven fabrics of high tenacity viscose rayon filament yarn is 5408.10.
How do I classify Viscose rayon fabric for customs?
Viscose rayon fabric is classified under HS code 540810 — Fabrics, woven; of viscose rayon, high tenacity, artificial filament yarn. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines high tenacity in this context?
High tenacity refers to yarn that has a breaking tenacity significantly higher than standard textile yarns, usually exceeding 27 cN/tex, as defined in the Section XI legal notes.
Which countries are the top exporters of viscose rayon fabric (HS 540810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540810 (the code used for viscose rayon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($9.8M, 29% of world exports), South Korea ($5.3M) and India ($3.6M). World exports came to about $33M, 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 viscose rayon fabric (HS 540810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540810 (the code used for viscose rayon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($117M, 66% of world imports), Indonesia ($17M) and Sri Lanka ($9.4M). World imports came to about $177M, 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 Viscose rayon fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540810 for Viscose rayon 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 viscose rayon fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, viscose rayon fabric (HS 540810) is classified under NCM 5408.10.00.