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HSChapter 54
U.S. imports of textured polyester filament yarn (HS 540233) totaled $8.6M in April 2026, traded with 26 countries.
Importers of Textured Polyester Filament Yarn paid $1.1M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $6.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataTextured polyester filament yarn is among the most widely traded synthetic textile inputs globally, feeding woven and knitted fabrics for apparel, home textiles, and automotive upholstery. Mexico leads US supply under this heading, with South Korea and India also significant sources. The heading's three 10-digit lines — 5402330000, 5402333000, and 5402336000 — separate single from multiple or cabled constructions; China-origin entries, while not the top supplier here, remain subject to Section 301 tariffs, making origin verification a routine compliance step.
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Draw Textured Yarn (DTY) is the dominant commercial form of textured polyester filament yarn and is the product most commonly traded under heading 540233. It is produced by simultaneously drawing and false-twist texturing partially oriented yarn (POY), resulting in a bulky, crimped yarn with good stretch recovery. DTY is distinct from POY and fully drawn yarn (FDY), which classify elsewhere in Chapter 54.
Single textured polyester yarn (5402333000) is typically used in lighter woven and knitted fabrics where uniformity and drape are priorities. Multiple or cabled constructions (5402336000) offer greater bulk, cover, and abrasion resistance, making them preferred for upholstery, heavy knits, and technical textiles. Buyers specify construction type in purchase orders, so the classification should align with the mill's technical data sheet.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $1.7M | $1.8M | +$156K |
| CANADA | $192K | $1.5M | +$1.3M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $1.5M | -- | -$1.5M |
| INDIA | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
| INDONESIA | $1.1M | $35K | -$1.1M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5402336000 | POLYESTER TEXTURED MULTIPLE/CABLED YARN NOT RETAIL | $4.7M | 16.03% | $464K |
| 5402333000 | POLYESTER TEXTURED SINGLE YARN NOT FOR RETAIL SALE | $3.8M | 16.55% | $639K |
POLYESTER TEXTURED MULTIPLE/CABLED YARN NOT RETAIL
POLYESTER TEXTURED SINGLE YARN NOT FOR RETAIL SALE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5402330000 | SYN FIL YN EXSEW NO RT TX POLYESTER | $4.8M |
SYN FIL YN EXSEW NO RT TX POLYESTER
1.1M kg
SYNTHETIC FILAMENT YARN FABRIC FROM THE STRIP
HS 540720
SYN FIL YARN EX SEWING NO RETAIL, POLYESTER
HS 540220
SYNTHETIC STRIP WIDTH NOT > 5MM
HS 540490
SYNT FILMT YRN, HIGH TENACITY YARN OF ARAMIDS
HS 540211
SYNT YARN,HIGH TENACTY, NYLON/ OTHR POLYAMIDES,NES
HS 540219
ART FIL YARN EXC SEW NO RETAIL SING VISC RAYON
HS 540331
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $2.6M | $3.4M | +$724K |
| Georgia | $1.6M | $536K | -$1.0M |
| South Carolina | $1.7M | $50K | -$1.6M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $1.7M | $1.4M | -$309K |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $1.8M | $258K | -$1.6M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $1.8M | $205K | -$1.5M |