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HS Heading 5403 : Artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including artificial monofilament of less than 67 decitex

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 5403 encompasses artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including artificial monofilament of less than 67 decitex. It classifies 8 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 54 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter
Heading
5403
Subheadings
8 HS6
Status
Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 5403

HS Code WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description Chapter Operational Package
5403.10 High tenacity yarn of viscose rayon 54 View 5403.10 Package →
5403.31 Other yarn, single, Of viscose rayon, untwisted or with a twist not ex- ceeding 120 turns/m 54 View 5403.31 Package →
5403.32 Other yarn, single, Of viscose rayon, with a twist exceeding 120 turns/m (606) 54 View 5403.32 Package →
5403.33 Other yarn, single, Of cellulose acetate 54 View 5403.33 Package →
5403.39 Other yarn, single, Other 54 View 5403.39 Package →
5403.41 Other yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, Of viscose rayon (606) 54 View 5403.41 Package →
5403.42 Other yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, Of cellulose acetate (606) 54 View 5403.42 Package →
5403.49 Other yarn, multiple (folded) or cabled, Other 54 View 5403.49 Package →
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 5403

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 5403 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 5403 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 5403 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 5403?
HS Heading 5403 covers Artificial filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including artificial monofilament of less than 67 decitex, grouping 8 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 5403?
Subheadings under Heading 5403 range from 5403.11 to 5403.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 5403?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 5403 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 5403?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 5403?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 5403?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 5403 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 5403?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 5403?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 5403?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.