HS Code 540110: Sewing thread; of synthetic filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

Q: Is HS code 540110 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 540110 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 540110 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 540110?

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 540110.

What is HS Code 540110

HS Code 540110 covers Sewing thread; of synthetic filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale. It is a 6-digit subheading — the deepest level of the international HS — within: · Section XI — Textiles and textile articles · Chapter 54 — Man-made filaments · Heading 5401 — Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale. At 6 digits, this code is the same in every HS-adopting country. From digit 7 onward, each country extends it.

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What does HS Code 540110 Sewing thread; of synthetic 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

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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.

Top Trading Countries for Synthetic Filament Sewing Thread HS 540110

Viet Nam

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Mexico

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Bangladesh

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United States of America

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Nicaragua

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 540110?

HS code 540110 covers Sewing thread; of synthetic filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale under the WCO Harmonized System. It belongs to Chapter 54 (Man-made filaments), Heading 5401, and represents the most specific level of classification that is harmonized internationally.

Is HS code 540110 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 540110 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 540110?