HS Code 5405Artificial monofilament of 67 decitex or more, no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of artificial textile materials of a width not exceeding 5mm
1 six-digit code · Heading 5 of 8 in Chapter 54 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 5405 is where very fine artificial strands and narrow strips are sorted for customs tariff classification. This page explains the size limits, the common mix-ups with nearby headings, and how to find the companies that trade these goods.
Heading 5405does not subdivide further in the WCO nomenclature: goods answering to “Artificial monofilament of 67 decitex or more, no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of artificial textile materials of a width not exceeding 5mm” classify at the single six-digit code 540500. The heading is number 5 of 8 in Chapter 54, Man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials, which runs to 72 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 5405
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 540500 | Monofilament, synthetic; of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of synthetic textile materials with width not over 5mm |
What HS code 5405 covers
Picture a single smooth strand, thicker than fine yarn, or a thin flat ribbon. If it is made from artificial textile materials, it may belong here. The ribbon form is often called artificial straw. Viscose rayon is a well-known example of an artificial fibre material. The goods sit in Section XI, which is the textiles part of the system.
Three limits decide the fit. A strand must be 67 decitex or more. No cross-sectional dimension may pass 1mm. A strip or similar product must have an apparent width of 5mm or less. If a product fails any one test, look at a neighbouring heading.
Traders in India often search for the HSN code 5405. It points to the same goods, because the first six digits follow the world system.
HS 540500 and a wording check
Customs records for this heading show HS 540500. The world system does not split the heading further, so this is the code you will meet on paperwork and in shipment data.
One detail needs care. The heading talks about artificial materials, but the text we hold for 540500 uses the word synthetic. These two wordings clash. Before you file a declaration, check the official WCO wording for the six-digit line. The classifier can help if you are unsure.
Artificial monofilament classification: 5405 vs 5404, 5403 and 5402
Most mistakes come from two questions. Is the material artificial or synthetic? Is the strand thick enough?
Start with the material. Headings 5404 and 5405 share the same size limits, so the material is the only split. Synthetic goods go to 5404. Artificial goods go to 5405. Then check the thickness. A monofilament below 67 decitex moves to a yarn heading instead.
Related headings in Chapter 54
After the strand or strip is made, it may be sold as retail yarn or woven into cloth. Heading 5407 covers woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. Heading 5408 covers woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn. Both fabric headings also take in fabrics made from the materials of heading 5404.
Use these pages to follow a product from raw filament to finished cloth. You can also go back to the full chapter or browse all HS chapters.
Import export data for HS 5405
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- Chapter 54 man-made filaments
- HS 5404 synthetic monofilament
- HS 5403 artificial filament yarn
- HS 5402 synthetic filament yarn
- HS 5408 woven fabrics of artificial filament
- HS 5407 woven fabrics of synthetic filament
- Heading 5401 sewing thread
- Heading 5406 yarn for retail sale
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Nearby headings in Chapter 54
- 5401Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale2 codes
- 5402Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail…22 codes
- 5403Artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail…8 codes
- 5404Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more, of which no cross-sectional…4 codes
- 5406Man-made filament yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale1 code
- 5407Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained…25 codes
- 5408Woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn including woven fabrics obtained…9 codes
Who ships under 5405?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the code beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XI: Textiles and Textile Articles, chapters 50–63.
HS Code 5405: common questions
What is HS 5405?
It is a four-digit heading for thin artificial strands and narrow strips in the textiles section. Its only six-digit line is 540500.
What is the difference between HS 5404 and 5405?
Only the material differs. The size limits match, but 5404 is for synthetic goods and 5405 is for artificial goods.
Which HS code applies to artificial monofilament under 67 decitex?
Heading 5403 takes artificial monofilament below that thickness. Its synthetic twin goes to heading 5402.
Which HS code for artificial straw?
Check what the strip is made of. Artificial material points to 5405, and synthetic material points to 5404.
How can I find importers and exporters for this heading?
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