What types of products does HS-6 540742 cover?

HS-6 540742 covers dyed woven fabrics containing 85% or more nylon or other polyamides, commonly used in clothing and upholstery.

How can I determine if my fabric qualifies for this HS code?

Check the fabric composition to ensure it contains at least 85% nylon. If it includes other fibers, you may need a different classification.

What is the difference between HS-6 540742 and HS-6 540743?

HS-6 540742 is for fabrics with 85% or more nylon, while HS-6 540743 includes those with less than 85% nylon content.

Are there specific import duties for HS-6 540742?

Import duties vary by country, so check with your local customs authority for the specific rates applicable to HS-6 540742.

Can I use HS-6 540742 for fabrics that are not dyed?

No, HS-6 540742 specifically covers dyed fabrics. If your fabric is not dyed, you will need to find a different HS code.

What documentation do I need for importing fabrics under HS-6 540742?

You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or a declaration of fabric composition.

What are common uses for fabrics classified under HS-6 540742?

Common uses include apparel, upholstery, and industrial applications, particularly where durability and colorfastness are important.

How do I check the nylon content in my fabric?

You can typically find the nylon content on the fabric's label or by requesting a material composition report from your supplier.

HS-6 · Subheading

540742

Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of filaments of nylon or other polyamides, dyed

Heading 5407 — Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404

Chapter 54: Man-made filaments

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 540742 when shipping dyed woven fabrics made from 85% or more nylon or other polyamides. For example, if you're exporting a roll of patterned nylon fabric used for apparel, this is the correct code.

This code specifically covers fabrics woven from synthetic filament yarns, primarily nylon, which are dyed. It differs from HS-6 540743, which includes similar fabrics but may contain less than 85% nylon, affecting classification and duties.

When classifying your product, ensure it meets the 85% threshold for nylon content. If your fabric is a blend with significant amounts of other fibers, you may need to consider a different HS code.

Fabrics classified under this code are often used in clothing, upholstery, and industrial applications, making it essential to accurately determine the composition and dyeing process.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-6 subheading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

dyed nylon fabric · woven synthetic fabrics · polyamide textiles · 85% nylon content · import nylon fabric · export synthetic fabrics · HS code for fabrics · woven fabrics classification · textile import regulations · synthetic filament yarns · apparel fabric codes · industrial nylon fabrics

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Rolls of dyed nylon fabric for dresses
Nylon upholstery fabric used in furniture
Dyed nylon fabric for activewear
Printed nylon fabric for swimwear
Heavy-duty nylon fabric for outdoor gear
Dyed polyamide fabric for fashion accessories
Nylon fabric used in bags and backpacks

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products does HS-6 540742 cover?: HS-6 540742 covers dyed woven fabrics containing 85% or more nylon or other polyamides, commonly used in clothing and upholstery.
How can I determine if my fabric qualifies for this HS code?: Check the fabric composition to ensure it contains at least 85% nylon. If it includes other fibers, you may need a different classification.
What is the difference between HS-6 540742 and HS-6 540743?: HS-6 540742 is for fabrics with 85% or more nylon, while HS-6 540743 includes those with less than 85% nylon content.
Are there specific import duties for HS-6 540742?: Import duties vary by country, so check with your local customs authority for the specific rates applicable to HS-6 540742.
Can I use HS-6 540742 for fabrics that are not dyed?: No, HS-6 540742 specifically covers dyed fabrics. If your fabric is not dyed, you will need to find a different HS code.
What documentation do I need for importing fabrics under HS-6 540742?: You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or a declaration of fabric composition.
What are common uses for fabrics classified under HS-6 540742?: Common uses include apparel, upholstery, and industrial applications, particularly where durability and colorfastness are important.
How do I check the nylon content in my fabric?: You can typically find the nylon content on the fabric's label or by requesting a material composition report from your supplier.

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