U.S. imports of High Tenacity Aramid Filament Yarn (HS 540211) totaled $7.5M in September 2026, imported from 23 countries.
Importers of High Tenacity Aramid Filament Yarn paid $955K in duties in September 2026, an average duty rate of 12.65% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. High Tenacity Aramid Filament Yarn imports of $7.5M in September 2026 ran 10% below the year-to-date monthly average of $8.3M.
Last updated: September 2026 dataAramid-based high tenacity yarn — including para-aramid fibers such as Kevlar and Twaron — is a critical input for ballistic protection, aerospace composites, and industrial reinforcement applications. The US tariff schedule subdivides this heading by twist level and decitex count, with lines 5402113010 through 5402116000 distinguishing monofilament versus multifilament constructions and low-twist versus higher-twist configurations. The Netherlands and South Korea are the leading suppliers, reflecting the concentrated global production base for para-aramid fiber. Importers should note that certain aramid yarns destined for defense end-uses may be subject to export controls in the country of origin, adding a compliance layer beyond standard customs entry.
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The schedule breaks out lines by twist level (untwisted or less than 5 turns per meter versus 5 turns or more) and by decitex threshold (at or below 920 decitex versus above 920 decitex), as well as separating single/monofilament from multiple or cabled constructions. Correct classification requires knowing the yarn's twist count, linear density, and filament count before entry.
Aramid yarn imports have historically attracted antidumping scrutiny in various markets; US importers should verify current antidumping or countervailing duty orders with CBP and consult a licensed customs broker, as orders can be initiated, revoked, or modified between publication cycles.
Subheading 2 of 22 in heading 5402
Subheading 540211 · $7.5M of $62.2M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5402113050 | Nyln High Ten Mono/Multiflt Lt 5t Gt 920 of Ara | $6.0M | 12.17% | 94.76% | $733K |
| 5402113010 | Nyln Hi Ten Mono/Multiflt Lt 5t Lt=920 Deci of Ara | $3.1M | 17.55% | 100.00% | $547K |
| 5402116000 | Nylon Hi Ten Multi/Cabled Yarn Nt Retail, of Ara | $820K | 8.29% | 82.14% | $68K |
| 5402113070 | Nyl Hi Ten Multiflt Twst Gt=5m Gt 920 Dec of Ara | $359K | 11.69% | 31.83% | $42K |
| 5402113030 | Nyl Hi Ten Multiflt Twst Gt=5m Lt=920 Dec of Ara | $50K | 10.66% | 57.67% | $5K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5402110000 | Syn Fil Yarn Ex Sewing No Retail, of Aramids Etc | $13.6M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Imports
$7.5MYoY · free account
Exports
—YoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to September 2026, the U.S. imported $97.8M of High Tenacity Aramid Filament Yarn.
Through September 2026 · exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · September 2026
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South Korea and Netherlands together supply 50% of it.
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rate provision · imports
7.9% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 12.65% of imports for consumption.