Kenya HS Code

HS Code 550290: Artificial filament tow : Other in Kenya

Q: Is HS code 550290 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 550290 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Kenya extends it under EAC CET.

Q: What system does Kenya use to classify HS code 550290?

Kenya classifies products under the EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET; locally EAC CET), which extends HS codes to 8 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 550290 in Kenya?

The official source is https://www.kra.go.ke/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 550290 in Kenya

Under Kenya's EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET), HS Code 550290 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Artificial filament tow : Other. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Kenya extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 550290 belongs to Section XI: Textiles and textile articles, Chapter 55: Man-made staple fibres, Heading 5502: Artificial filament tow.

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Classification Path of HS Code 550290 in Kenya

Section XI

Chapters (50-63) Textiles and textile articles

Chapter 55

Man-made staple fibres

HS Code 5502

Artificial filament tow

HS Code 550290

Artificial filament tow : Other

HS Code 55029000

Artificial filament tow, as specified in Note 1 to chapter 55 (excl. of acetate)

Kenya Tariff Classification: EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET)

In Kenya, HS 550290 is classified under the EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET)

Local name EAC CET

Digits 8

Official source https://www.kra.go.ke/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 5502

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Related HS Code to Kenya Other Artificial Filament Tow (550290)

HS Code 55029000

Artificial filament tow, as specified in Note 1 to chapter 55 (excl. of acetate)

HS Code 550210

Artificial filament tow : Of cellulose acetate

HS Code 550110

Synthetic filament tow : Of nylon or other polyamides

HS Code 550120

Synthetic filament tow : Of polyesters

HS Code 550130

Synthetic filament tow : Acrylic or modacrylic

HS Code 550140

Synthetic filament tow : Of polypropylene

HS Code 550190

Synthetic filament tow : Other

HS Code 550311

Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning : Of nylon or other polyamides : Of aramids

HS Code 550319

Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning : Of nylon or other polyamides : Other

HS Code 550320

Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning : Of polyesters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 550290 in Kenya?

HS code 550290 covers Artificial filament tow : Other in Kenya. It sits in Chapter 55 (Man-made staple fibres), Heading 5502 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under EAC CET.

Is HS code 550290 the same across all countries?

What system does Kenya use to classify HS code 550290?

Where can I officially look up HS code 550290 in Kenya?