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MAN-MADE FILAMENTS; STRIP AND THE LIKE OF MAN-MADE TEXTILE MATERIALS›Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex

Of nylon or other polyamides

Standard EU duty
4%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
15 docs
L152Y727Y728Y870Y084L142+9
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty4%—R1789/03
ERGA OMNES (excl. CN)Anti-dumping/countervailing statistic——R1984/25
CNAnti-dumping or countervailing registrationSee notes—R1984/25
TRAnti-dumping/countervailing duty - ControlSee notes—D0142/96
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%ERGA OMNES 0%ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 3.2%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
TM5101. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of goods intended for incorporation in the ships, boats or other vessels classified at the following CN codes 8901 10 10; 8901 20 10; 8901 30 10; 8901 90 10; 8902 00 10; 8903 91 10; 8903 92 10; 8904 00 10; 8904 00 91; 8905 10 10; 8905 90 10; 8906 10 00; 8906 90 10 for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for fitting to or equipping such ships, boats or other vessels.2. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of:(a) goods intended for incorporation in drilling or production platforms:(1) fixed, of subheading ex 8430 49, operating in or outside the territorial sea of Member States, or(2) floating or submersible, of subheading 8905 20, for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for equipping the said platforms.(b) tubes, pipes, cables and their connection pieces, linking these drilling or production platforms to the mainland.
EU003According to The Special Provisions of Section II (A) (3) of the Preliminary Provisions of the Combined Nomenclature the suspension of customs duties for goods for certain categories of ships, boats and other vessels and for drilling or production platforms shall be subject to conditions laid down in the relevant provisions of the European Union with a view to customs control of the use of such goods.
CD333The autonomous Common Customs Tariff duties laid down in Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 for parts, components and other goods of a kind to be incorporated in or used for aircraft and parts thereof in the course of their manufacture, repair, maintenance, rebuilding, modification or conversion is suspended.In order to benefit from the suspension, the declarant shall present to the customs authorities an Authorised Release Certificate — EASA Form 1, as set out in Appendix I to Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012, or an equivalent certificate.The certificates which are deemed to be equivalent to Authorised Release Certificates are listed in Annex II to the Regulation (EU) 2018/1517.
CD605The benefit of this tariff quota is subject to the presentation of the outward processing authorisation, for the purpose of implementing Council Regulation (EC) No 32/2000, Annex II, footnote (1). This concerns goods resulting from processing work as provided for in the arrangements with Switzerland on processing traffic in textiles.
CD797A reference to Annex 5-A of Council Decision (EU) 2017/37 on the signing on behalf of the European Union of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada, of the one part, and the European Union and its Member States, of the other part (OJ L 11) should be made on the commercial invoice or any other commercial document.
TM01048Registered imports can be made subject to the retroactive imposition of anti-dumping duties if the ongoing investigation results in findings leading to the imposition of anti-dumping duties (more information in Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/1984).
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
TM303Anti-dumping/countervailing measures continue to apply to goods originating in the countries concerned even if imported from Türkiye.
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Binding Tariff Information

BTI classification examples

NLgold025-0317

High-tenacity polyester yarn for slings

poliestrGRI 1GRI 6
PLgold4-001159

Textured polyester multifilament yarn

synthetic fibreGRI 1GRI 6
BGgold25-BTI11

Polypropylene filament yarn for tying

polypropyleneGRI 1GRI 6
DEgold694/24-1

High-tenacity polyester filament yarn

poliestr (włókna syntetyczne)GRI 1GRI 6
PLgold4-001161

Textured polyester multifilament yarn

synthetic fibreGRI 1GRI 6

BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Description and tariff classification of polyamide yarn

CN code 540261 covers yarn of nylon or other polyamides, multifilament, not textured, untwisted or with a twist not exceeding 50 turns per metre, not put up for retail sale. This yarn is primarily used as a raw material for further processing in the textile, knitting, and technical fabric industries. The multifilament structure provides yarn evenness and strength, which is critical in applications requiring precision, such as hosiery, lingerie, and sportswear manufacturing. Classification requires verification of the number of filaments, degree of twist, and confirmation that the yarn is not put up for retail sale, as retail-packaged yarn is classified under a separate CN code.

EU regulations governing polyamide yarn

Polyamide yarn imported into the EU is subject to the Textile Regulation EU 1007/2011, which requires the use of official fibre names throughout all commercial documentation. For nylon yarn, the use of the name nylon as a synonym for polyamide is permitted under Annex I of the regulation. REACH requirements cover restrictions on chemical substances used in the manufacturing process, including lubricants, UV stabilisers, and dyes. The yarn must be free from restricted substances above the limits specified in Annex XVII. Under GPSR, importers are required to ensure product traceability and retain technical documentation for a period of ten years from the date of placing the product on the EU market.

Import guidance and customs clearance

The customs declaration for yarn under CN code 540261 should include information on raw material composition, linear density, number of filaments, degree of twist, and country of origin. It is advisable to attach the manufacturer's technical specification confirming that the yarn is not put up for retail sale. Importers from countries covered by free trade agreements may benefit from preferential duty rates upon presentation of an appropriate proof of origin. Current trade measures should be verified in the TARIC database, as polyamide yarns may be subject to anti-dumping measures depending on the exporting country. For larger import volumes, customs authorities may require Binding Tariff Information ruling to confirm correct classification.

Importing synthetic yarn - classification guide CN 5402 61

Multifilament nylon yarn CN 5402 61 is classified by polymer type (nylon, polyester, polypropylene, viscose), texturing, and thickness. Import into the EU is subject to conventional customs duty and import VAT. Textured yarns have separate subheadings from smooth yarns. Composition labelling is mandatory.

Frequently asked questions

What does yarn not put up for retail sale mean under code 540261?
Yarn not put up for retail sale refers to yarn wound on industrial bobbins or packages intended for further processing in textile plants. Yarn on retail spools with consumer labelling is classified under different subheadings. This distinction is critical for correct tariff classification under the Combined Nomenclature.
Are polyamide 6.6 and polyamide 6 yarns classified under the same code?
Yes. CN code 540261 covers yarn of nylon and other polyamides without distinguishing between polymer types. Both polyamide 6 and polyamide 6.6 are classified under the same subheading, provided they meet the criteria for multifilament structure, twist level, and non-retail packaging.
What are the main applications of yarn under code 540261?
Multifilament polyamide yarn is widely used in hosiery, stockings, lingerie, sportswear, and technical fabrics. It is also used in the automotive industry for airbag and seatbelt production. Its high tensile and abrasion resistance makes it indispensable in many industrial applications requiring durability and precision.
What is the EU duty on multifilament nylon yarn CN 5402 61?
Multifilament nylon yarn under CN 5402 61 is subject to conventional EU customs duty and import VAT. Check the rate in TARIC. Fibre composition labelling per EU 1007/2011 is mandatory.

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