Chapter 54 covers man-made filaments, including synthetic filaments and artificial filaments. This chapter is divided into two main parts: first, filament yarns (including sewing thread), and second, woven fabrics made from these filaments. It is noteworthy that this chapter does not cover man-made staple fibers (classified under Chapter 55) or knitted or crocheted fabrics made from filaments (classified under Chapter 60). Therefore, the core scope of Chapter 54 is man-made filaments and their woven fabrics, making it an important classification chapter for raw materials and semi-finished products in the textile industry. Heading 5407 covers woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics made from pure or blended synthetic filaments such as nylon, polyester, and acrylic. Under this heading, further subdivision is based on fiber type, blend ratio, dyeing condition, fabric weave, etc. The key points are: the fabric must be composed of synthetic filaments and must be woven fabric. If it contains other fibers (such as cotton or wool), as long as synthetic filaments account for the largest weight proportion, it may still be classified under this heading, but the specific subheading must be determined accordingly. Code 540742 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 54 represent Chapter 54 (man-made filaments). Digits 3-4, 07, represent heading 5407 (woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn). Digits 5-6, 42, represent subheading 540742, whose specific meaning is: dyed woven fabrics of nylon or other polyamide filaments, with nylon content ≥85%. Among these, the 5th digit 4 indicates 'dyed,' and the 6th digit 2 indicates 'nylon or other polyamide filament content ≥85%.' Therefore, this code precisely describes woven fabrics that are dyed and contain no less than 85% nylon filaments. This product is a dyed nylon woven fabric with nylon content ≥85%, which conforms to the description of subheading 540742. It differs from 540741 (unbleached or bleached), 540743 (other dyed, but nylon content <85%), 540744 (yarn-dyed), etc. Since the nylon content is ≥85% and it has been dyed, it is classified under 540742. If the nylon content were less than 85%, it might be classified under 540743 or another subheading.
Chapter
Chapter 54 covers man-made filaments, including synthetic filaments and artificial filaments. This chapter is divided into two main parts: first, filament yarns (including sewing thread), and second, woven fabrics made from these filaments. It is noteworthy that this chapter does not cover man-made staple fibers (classified under Chapter 55) or knitted or crocheted fabrics made from filaments (classified under Chapter 60). Therefore, the core scope of Chapter 54 is man-made filaments and their woven fabrics, making it an important classification chapter for raw materials and semi-finished products in the textile industry.
Heading
Heading 5407 covers woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics made from pure or blended synthetic filaments such as nylon, polyester, and acrylic. Under this heading, further subdivision is based on fiber type, blend ratio, dyeing condition, fabric weave, etc. The key points are: the fabric must be composed of synthetic filaments and must be woven fabric. If it contains other fibers (such as cotton or wool), as long as synthetic filaments account for the largest weight proportion, it may still be classified under this heading, but the specific subheading must be determined accordingly.
Digit Breakdown
Code 540742 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 54 represent Chapter 54 (man-made filaments). Digits 3-4, 07, represent heading 5407 (woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn). Digits 5-6, 42, represent subheading 540742, whose specific meaning is: dyed woven fabrics of nylon or other polyamide filaments, with nylon content ≥85%. Among these, the 5th digit 4 indicates 'dyed,' and the 6th digit 2 indicates 'nylon or other polyamide filament content ≥85%.' Therefore, this code precisely describes woven fabrics that are dyed and contain no less than 85% nylon filaments.
Classification Basis
This product is a dyed nylon woven fabric with nylon content ≥85%, which conforms to the description of subheading 540742. It differs from 540741 (unbleached or bleached), 540743 (other dyed, but nylon content <85%), 540744 (yarn-dyed), etc. Since the nylon content is ≥85% and it has been dyed, it is classified under 540742. If the nylon content were less than 85%, it might be classified under 540743 or another subheading.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Fill in the standard name of the commodity, such as 'dyed nylon woven fabric,' avoiding colloquial or abbreviated names, and ensure consistency with the HS code description. Composition Content: Declare the percentage content of nylon filaments, which must clearly be ≥85%, and list other fiber components and proportions (such as 5% spandex). Weaving Method: Indicate 'woven' to distinguish it from knitted or crocheted, as woven fabric is a necessary condition for classification under 5407. Dyeing and Finishing Condition: Clearly indicate 'dyed,' distinguishing it from unbleached, bleached, or yarn-dyed, as dyeing is key to classification under 540742. Yarn Type: Indicate 'synthetic filament yarn,' emphasizing filaments rather than staple fibers, as staple fibers should be classified under Chapter 55. Width: Declare the width of the fabric in centimeters or inches, as it affects classification (e.g., narrow fabrics are classified under 5806). Weight per Square Meter: Declare the weight per unit area, used to distinguish lightweight from heavy fabrics, as certain subheadings have weight requirements. Customs declaration example:
Product Name: Dyed nylon woven fabric
Composition Content: Nylon filament 88%, spandex 12%
Weaving Method: Woven
Dyeing and Finishing Condition: Dyed
Yarn Type: Synthetic filament yarn
Width: 150 cm
Weight per Square Meter: 120 g/m²
HS Code: 54074200
Remarks: Nylon content ≥85%, conforming to the description of subheading 540742. Incorrectly classifying woven fabrics of nylon staple fibers under 5407; they should actually be classified under staple fiber headings such as 5512. Ignoring the difference between 'dyed' and 'yarn-dyed'; yarn-dyed should be classified under 540744 rather than 540742. Failing to note that nylon content must be ≥85%; if below 85%, it is classified under 540743. Incorrectly declaring knitted fabric as woven fabric; knitted fabric should be classified under Chapter 60.
Product Name
Fill in the standard name of the commodity, such as 'dyed nylon woven fabric,' avoiding colloquial or abbreviated names, and ensure consistency with the HS code description.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in 'nylon cloth' or 'dyed cloth,' failing to reflect the key information 'woven' and 'nylon.'
Composition Content
Declare the percentage content of nylon filaments, which must clearly be ≥85%, and list other fiber components and proportions (such as 5% spandex).
⚠️ Writing only 'nylon' without indicating the percentage, or incorrectly confusing filaments with staple fibers.
Weaving Method
Indicate 'woven' to distinguish it from knitted or crocheted, as woven fabric is a necessary condition for classification under 5407.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in 'knitted' or 'woven,' leading to incorrect classification under Chapter 60.
Dyeing and Finishing Condition
Clearly indicate 'dyed,' distinguishing it from unbleached, bleached, or yarn-dyed, as dyeing is key to classification under 540742.
⚠️ Filling in 'yarn-dyed' or 'printed,' leading to classification under a different subheading.
Yarn Type
Indicate 'synthetic filament yarn,' emphasizing filaments rather than staple fibers, as staple fibers should be classified under Chapter 55.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing 'nylon staple yarn' or 'blended yarn.'
Width
Declare the width of the fabric in centimeters or inches, as it affects classification (e.g., narrow fabrics are classified under 5806).
⚠️ Failing to provide width, or not noting that a width of less than 30 cm may result in classification under another heading.
Weight per Square Meter
Declare the weight per unit area, used to distinguish lightweight from heavy fabrics, as certain subheadings have weight requirements.
⚠️ Ignoring weight, making it impossible to determine whether it belongs to a specific subheading.
Example： Customs declaration example:
Product Name: Dyed nylon woven fabric
Composition Content: Nylon filament 88%, spandex 12%
Weaving Method: Woven
Dyeing and Finishing Condition: Dyed
Yarn Type: Synthetic filament yarn
Width: 150 cm
Weight per Square Meter: 120 g/m²
HS Code: 54074200
Remarks: Nylon content ≥85%, conforming to the description of subheading 540742.
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying woven fabrics of nylon staple fibers under 5407; they should actually be classified under staple fiber headings such as 5512.
Ignoring the difference between 'dyed' and 'yarn-dyed'; yarn-dyed should be classified under 540744 rather than 540742.
Failing to note that nylon content must be ≥85%; if below 85%, it is classified under 540743.
Incorrectly declaring knitted fabric as woven fabric; knitted fabric should be classified under Chapter 60.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1) the fabric is composed of synthetic filaments, and the nylon (polyamide) filament content is ≥85%; 2) the fabric is woven; 3) it has been dyed. At the same time, consideration should be given to whether width, weight, etc. affect subheading division. According to the Import and Export Tariff, 540742 clearly applies to dyed nylon filament woven fabrics with nylon content ≥85%. If other fibers are blended in, as long as nylon filaments are predominant and ≥85%, it is still classified under this subheading. 540741 Unbleached or bleached woven fabrics of nylon filaments: 540741 is unbleached or bleached, while 540742 is dyed; the difference in dyeing and finishing process is the core distinction. 540743 Other dyed woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn: 540743 applies to dyed woven fabrics with nylon filament content <85%, or dyed woven fabrics of other non-nylon synthetic filaments. 540744 Yarn-dyed woven fabrics of nylon filaments: 540744 is yarn-dyed (woven using dyed yarns), while 540742 is piece-dyed or dyed fabric after yarn dyeing; the processes differ. 540710 Woven fabrics of high-tenacity yarn: 540710 applies to woven fabrics of high-tenacity yarn (such as aramid), does not emphasize nylon content, and is usually unbleached or bleached. 551219 Other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers: 551219 is woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers (not filaments); the fiber length differs, with filaments classified under Chapter 54 and staple fibers under Chapter 55. Are the fibers filaments? Staple fibers should be classified under Chapter 55. Is the nylon content ≥85%? If lower, it may be classified under 540743. Is the weaving method woven? Knitted goes under Chapter 60. Is the dyeing and finishing condition dyed? Unbleached goes under 540741, yarn-dyed under 540744. Is the width less than 30 cm? It may be classified under 5806 narrow fabrics.
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1) the fabric is composed of synthetic filaments, and the nylon (polyamide) filament content is ≥85%; 2) the fabric is woven; 3) it has been dyed. At the same time, consideration should be given to whether width, weight, etc. affect subheading division. According to the Import and Export Tariff, 540742 clearly applies to dyed nylon filament woven fabrics with nylon content ≥85%. If other fibers are blended in, as long as nylon filaments are predominant and ≥85%, it is still classified under this subheading.
Confused Codes：
540741 - Unbleached or bleached woven fabrics of nylon filaments
540741 is unbleached or bleached, while 540742 is dyed; the difference in dyeing and finishing process is the core distinction.
540743 - Other dyed woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn
540743 applies to dyed woven fabrics with nylon filament content <85%, or dyed woven fabrics of other non-nylon synthetic filaments.
540744 - Yarn-dyed woven fabrics of nylon filaments
540744 is yarn-dyed (woven using dyed yarns), while 540742 is piece-dyed or dyed fabric after yarn dyeing; the processes differ.
540710 - Woven fabrics of high-tenacity yarn
540710 applies to woven fabrics of high-tenacity yarn (such as aramid), does not emphasize nylon content, and is usually unbleached or bleached.
551219 - Other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers
551219 is woven fabric of synthetic staple fibers (not filaments); the fiber length differs, with filaments classified under Chapter 54 and staple fibers under Chapter 55.
Self-Check：
✓ Are the fibers filaments? Staple fibers should be classified under Chapter 55.
✓ Is the nylon content ≥85%? If lower, it may be classified under 540743.
✓ Is the weaving method woven? Knitted goes under Chapter 60.
✓ Is the dyeing and finishing condition dyed? Unbleached goes under 540741, yarn-dyed under 540744.
✓ Is the width less than 30 cm? It may be classified under 5806 narrow fabrics.
❓ FAQ
How can I check the import tariff rate for 540742? It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates may change due to trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors; it is recommended to rely on the latest tariff and actual customs determination. Can a dyed woven fabric with 86% nylon content but containing 2% spandex be classified under 540742? Yes. Subheading 540742 requires nylon filament content ≥85%; the addition of elastic fibers such as spandex does not affect classification, as long as nylon filaments are predominant and ≥85%, it is still classified under 540742. How can dyed nylon woven fabric and yarn-dyed nylon woven fabric be distinguished? Dyed nylon woven fabric is dyed as a whole after weaving (piece dyeing), classified under 540742; yarn-dyed fabric is woven using already-dyed yarns, classified under 540744. Process documentation must be provided at declaration. If the nylon content is 84%, which code should it be classified under? Dyed woven fabrics of synthetic filaments with nylon content <85% should be classified under 540743 (other dyed woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn), unless other special provisions apply. If the fabric of 540742 is used for clothing, are there other classification considerations? If the fabric has been made into clothing, it should be classified under Chapter 61 or 62. 540742 applies only to woven fabrics not made into clothing. Must the 'composition content' in the declaration elements be accurate to the decimal point? It is recommended to be accurate to whole percentages, but if the content is close to the 85% threshold, a test report should be provided and declared accurately to avoid classification disputes. If the fabric of 540742 has been coated, is it still classified under this code? If after coating it still retains the essential characteristics of woven fabric and the coating does not change its classification, it may still be classified under 540742; but if the coating makes it a product of another heading (such as 5903), it must be classified as coated fabric. How can one determine whether nylon is filament or staple fiber? Filaments are continuous fibers with great length; staple fibers are fibers of limited length. This can be determined by yarn cross-section, spinning process, etc. Filaments are classified under Chapter 54, staple fibers under Chapter 55.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for 540742?
A: It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tariff rates may change due to trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors; it is recommended to rely on the latest tariff and actual customs determination.
Q: Can a dyed woven fabric with 86% nylon content but containing 2% spandex be classified under 540742?
A: Yes. Subheading 540742 requires nylon filament content ≥85%; the addition of elastic fibers such as spandex does not affect classification, as long as nylon filaments are predominant and ≥85%, it is still classified under 540742.
Q: How can dyed nylon woven fabric and yarn-dyed nylon woven fabric be distinguished?
A: Dyed nylon woven fabric is dyed as a whole after weaving (piece dyeing), classified under 540742; yarn-dyed fabric is woven using already-dyed yarns, classified under 540744. Process documentation must be provided at declaration.
Q: If the nylon content is 84%, which code should it be classified under?
A: Dyed woven fabrics of synthetic filaments with nylon content <85% should be classified under 540743 (other dyed woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn), unless other special provisions apply.
Q: If the fabric of 540742 is used for clothing, are there other classification considerations?
A: If the fabric has been made into clothing, it should be classified under Chapter 61 or 62. 540742 applies only to woven fabrics not made into clothing.
Q: Must the 'composition content' in the declaration elements be accurate to the decimal point?
A: It is recommended to be accurate to whole percentages, but if the content is close to the 85% threshold, a test report should be provided and declared accurately to avoid classification disputes.
Q: If the fabric of 540742 has been coated, is it still classified under this code?
A: If after coating it still retains the essential characteristics of woven fabric and the coating does not change its classification, it may still be classified under 540742; but if the coating makes it a product of another heading (such as 5903), it must be classified as coated fabric.
Q: How can one determine whether nylon is filament or staple fiber?
A: Filaments are continuous fibers with great length; staple fibers are fibers of limited length. This can be determined by yarn cross-section, spinning process, etc. Filaments are classified under Chapter 54, staple fibers under Chapter 55.
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