Nicaragua HS Code

HS Code 550140: Synthetic filament tow : Of polypropylene in Nicaragua

Q: Is HS code 550140 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 550140 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Nicaragua extends it under SAC.

Q: What system does Nicaragua use to classify HS code 550140?

Nicaragua classifies products under the Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano (SAC; locally Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano), 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 550140 in Nicaragua?

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

What is HS Code 550140 in Nicaragua

Under Nicaragua's Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano (Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano), HS Code 550140 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Synthetic filament tow : Of polypropylene. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Nicaragua extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 550140 belongs to Section XI: Textiles and textile articles, Chapter 55: Man-made staple fibres, Heading 5501: Synthetic filament tow.

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Classification Path of HS Code 550140 in Nicaragua

Section XI

Chapters (50-63) Textiles and textile articles

Chapter 55

Man-made staple fibres

HS Code 5501

Synthetic filament tow

HS Code 550140

Synthetic filament tow : Of polypropylene

HS Code 550140000000

Cables de filamentos sintéticos : De polipropileno

Nicaragua Tariff Classification: Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano (SAC)

In Nicaragua, HS 550140 is classified under the Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano (Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano (SAC)

Local name Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano

Digits 8

Official source https://www.dga.gob.ni/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 5501

Top Nicaragua import Product Under HS Code 5501

1 550119: Synthetic filament tow $1.3K 2 550120: Synthetic filament tow : Of polyesters $286 3 550111: Synthetic filament tow $7

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Related HS Code to Nicaragua Polypropylene Filament Tow (550140)

HS Code 550140000000

Cables de filamentos sintéticos : De polipropileno

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 550190

Synthetic filament tow : Other

HS Code 550210

Artificial filament tow : Of cellulose acetate

HS Code 550290

Artificial 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 550140 in Nicaragua?

HS code 550140 covers Synthetic filament tow : Of polypropylene in Nicaragua. It sits in Chapter 55 (Man-made staple fibres), Heading 5501 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SAC.

Is HS code 550140 the same across all countries?

What system does Nicaragua use to classify HS code 550140?

Where can I officially look up HS code 550140 in Nicaragua?