HS Code 5401: Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

Q: Is HS code 5401 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 5401 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 5401 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 5401?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 5401.

What is HS Code 5401

HS Code 5401 covers Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale. It is a 4-digit heading within Chapter 54 (Man-made filaments), Section XI. Its 6-digit subheadings are identical in every HS-adopting country; from the 7th digit onward, each country extends the code for its own tariff and statistics.

Explore global 2026 latest import export trade data and shipment records for Man-Made Sewing Thread on TradeInt global trade data platform

What does HS Code 5401 Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale Cover?

Section XI

Chapters (50-63) Textiles and textile articles

Chapter 54

Man-made filaments

HS Code 5401

Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS Code 540110

Sewing thread; of synthetic filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS Code 540120

Sewing thread; of artificial filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

Click any HS code above to see live 2026 latest Man-Made Sewing Thread trade data including exporters, importers, and shipment volumes.

What HS Codes for Man-Made Filaments Do Not Cover

Chapter 54 covers man-made filament yarns and fabrics (continuous fiber). Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Man-made staple fibers

Chapter 55

Garments made from these filaments

Chapters 61, 62

Plastics in monofilament form > 1 mm cross-section

Chapter 39

Fiber-optic cables for telecoms

Chapter 90

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Related HS Codes under Man-Made Sewing Thread HS 5401

HS Code 540110

Sewing thread; of synthetic filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS Code 540120

Sewing thread; of artificial filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS Code 5402

Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex

HS Code 5403

Artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including artificial monofilament of less than 67 decitex

HS Code 5404

Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more, of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw) of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5mm

HS Code 5405

Artificial monofilament of 67 decitex or more, no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw), of artificial textile materials of a width not exceeding 5mm

HS Code 5406

Man-made filament yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale

HS Code 5407

Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404

HS Code 5408

Woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 5401?

HS code 5401 covers Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale, a heading within Chapter 54 (Man-made filaments) of the WCO Harmonized System. Headings sit between the broad chapter level and the more specific 6-digit subheading level.

Is HS code 5401 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 5401 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 5401?