Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; of aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

HS v2017 Code: 540211

About yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; of aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

HS code 540211 covers a critical component of the textile and apparel industry - synthetic filament yarn. This high-tenacity yarn, made from nylon, polyamides, or aramids, is a foundational material used in the production of a wide range of fabrics and garments. Its importance extends beyond the textile sector, as it is also utilized in industrial applications such as 560721 Cordage and ropes, 630900 Used or new rags, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables, and 890710 Inflatable rafts. Understanding the production and trade dynamics of this HS code is essential for businesses involved in the global textile supply chain.

Production process

The production of HS code 540211 yarn involves several key steps. First, the raw materials, such as nylon or polyamide polymers, are extruded through spinnerets to form continuous filaments. These filaments may then undergo texturing processes, which impart a desired level of crimp or stretch. Finally, the filaments are wound onto bobbins or packages, ready for further processing or incorporation into textile products.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the manufacture of HS code 540211 yarn include synthetic polymers, such as nylon or polyamides, as well as specialized machinery for extrusion, texturing, and winding. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are needed to power the production equipment. The availability and cost of these raw materials and resources can significantly impact the competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 540211 is synthetic filament yarn, which is then used as a key input for the production of a wide range of textile products. This yarn may be further processed into woven or knitted fabrics, which are then used in the manufacture of clothing, home textiles, and industrial applications. Other industries that may consume the output of HS code 540211 include 540233 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyester, textured, not for retail sale, not sewing thread) and 540247 (Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene, textured, not for retail sale, not sewing thread).

Revisions to 540211

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 540211. The most recent 1 version of this code (540211) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 540211 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; of aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/54'>54: Man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5402'>5402: Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540211'>540211: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; of aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540219'>540219: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; other than aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540220'>540220: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity yarn of polyesters, whether or not textured, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540231'>540231: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn not more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540232'>540232: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540233'>540233: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polyesters, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540234'>540234: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of polypropylene, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540239'>540239: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, other than of nylon or other polymides, polyesters, or polypropylene, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540244'>540244: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, elastomeric, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540245'>540245: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540246'>540246: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540247'>540247: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), not partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540248'>540248: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540249'>540249: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540251'>540251: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540252'>540252: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540253'>540253: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540259'>540259: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540261'>540261: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540262'>540262: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540263'>540263: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene, other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/540269'>540269: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread</a>"]

    

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