Heading 5404

Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm; strip and the like (for example, artificial straw) of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5 mm

8 declarable lines

Heading 5404 covers synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more with no cross-sectional dimension over 1 mm, plus synthetic strip and straw-like materials of apparent width not over 5 mm. It is split first between elastomeric and other monofilament, then between polypropylene and other materials, with separate lines for racket strings and residual material groups. The 5404.90 line covers other goods in the heading and is duty Free.

Products in this heading

Elastomeric synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more
Polypropylene monofilament cut to lengths not over 254 mm
Polypropylene monofilament in other forms
Synthetic racket strings made from monofilament
Nylon or other polyamide monofilament other than racket strings
Polyester monofilament other than racket strings
Synthetic strip or artificial straw of apparent width not over 5 mm
Nylon fishing line made from qualifying monofilament

How to choose the right subheading

Confirm the item is synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more with no cross-sectional dimension over 1 mm, or synthetic strip with apparent width not over 5 mm.
For monofilament, decide whether it is elastomeric or other.
If it is other, decide whether it is polypropylene; for polypropylene, check whether cut lengths are not over 254 mm.
If it is not polypropylene, decide whether it is racket strings, then choose nylon or other polyamides, polyesters, or other material.
Send strip, artificial straw, and residual goods of the heading to the 5404.90 line.

Often confused with

Sewing thread of man-made filaments
Sewing thread has its own heading and is not classified in 5404.
Heading 5401
Synthetic filament yarn under 67 decitex
Lower decitex synthetic monofilament and yarn are covered by heading 5402.
Heading 5402
Woven fabric made from synthetic monofilament or strip
Woven fabrics are separate from the monofilament and strip of heading 5404.
Heading 5407
Plastic monofilament with any cross-sectional dimension over 1 mm
Heading 5404 is limited to monofilament with no cross-sectional dimension over 1 mm.
Heading 3916

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for polypropylene monofilament?

Polypropylene monofilament of heading 5404 is classified in 5404.12. Cut lengths not over 254 mm use 5404.12.10.00 with a general (MFN) rate of 6.9%; other forms use 5404.12.90.00 with a general (MFN) rate of 6.9%.

What is the duty on synthetic racket strings?

Synthetic racket strings are classified under 5404.19.10.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 2.7%.

How do I classify synthetic strip or artificial straw?

Synthetic strip and artificial straw of apparent width not over 5 mm fall in heading 5404; the residual line 5404.90.00.00 has a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.