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U.S. imports of synthetic strip and similar forms, width not over 5 mm (HS 540490) totaled $11.3M in April 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Synthetic Strip and Similar Forms, Width Not Over 5 mm paid $985K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 8.7% on $11.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Synthetic Strip and Similar Forms, Width Not Over 5 mm imports of $11.3M in April 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $9.6M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNarrow synthetic strips — including products resembling artificial straw used in woven bags, mats, and decorative textiles — are classified here when made from synthetic textile materials and measuring 5 mm or less in apparent width. Unlike monofilaments, these flat or tape-like forms are covered by a single US tariff line (5404900000). Germany leads US supply, with Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates also notable sources, reflecting both high-precision extrusion manufacturing and re-export trade patterns. Apparent width measurement, not thickness, is the controlling dimension for classification.
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The key distinction is cross-sectional geometry: monofilaments have a roughly circular or near-circular cross-section, while strips are flat or tape-like with an apparent width that is the controlling measurement. If the product's apparent width exceeds its thickness significantly and is 5 mm or less, it is a strip. If it is essentially round in cross-section, it is a monofilament. When the geometry is ambiguous, a CBP binding ruling or laboratory analysis may be necessary.
Synthetic strips resembling straw — used in woven hats, bags, and decorative items — can fall under 540490 when made from synthetic textile materials and within the 5 mm width limit. However, if the material is artificial (e.g., viscose-based) rather than synthetic, it would fall under heading 5405 instead. The fiber type (synthetic vs. artificial) is the threshold classification question.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5404900000 | SYNTHETIC STRIP WID <=5MM OTHER THAN MONOFILAMENTS | $11.3M | 8.69% | $985K |
SYNTHETIC STRIP WID <=5MM OTHER THAN MONOFILAMENTS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5404900000 | SYNTHETIC STRIP WID <=5MM OTHER THAN MONOFILAMENTS | $2.3M |
SYNTHETIC STRIP WID <=5MM OTHER THAN MONOFILAMENTS
270.6K kg
SYNTHETIC FILAMENT YARN FABRIC FROM THE STRIP
HS 540720
SYN FIL YARN EX SEWING NO RETAIL, POLYESTER
HS 540220
SYN FIL YN EXSEW NO RT TX POLYESTER
HS 540233
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
Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GERMANY | $5.4M | -- | -$5.4M |
| VIETNAM | $1.8M | -- | -$1.8M |
| UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | $995K | -- | -$995K |
| ITALY | $59K | $636K | +$578K |
| SAUDI ARABIA | $633K | -- | -$633K |
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $9.4M | $85K | -$9.3M |
| Minnesota | -- | $636K | +$636K |
| California | $97K | $507K | +$410K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAVANNAH, GA | $9.6M | $218K | -$9.3M |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | -- | $636K | +$636K |
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $493K | +$493K |