Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale
In plain English
This heading covers sewing thread made from man-made filaments, regardless of whether it is packaged for retail sale. The goods are divided into two categories based on the type of filament used. One category includes thread made from synthetic filaments, while the other includes thread made from artificial filaments.
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 54 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Synthetic vs. artificial — synthetic = made from petrochemicals (polyester, nylon); artificial = made from natural cellulose (rayon, viscose, lyocell).
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther headings in Chapter 54
- 5402 — Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for ret…
- 5403 — Artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for re…
- 5404 — Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more, of which no cross-sectio…
- 5405 — Artificial monofilament of 67 decitex or more, no cross-sectional dime…
- 5406 — Man-made filament yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail s…
- 5407 — Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obta…
- 5408 — Woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn including woven fabrics obta…