HS Code:
The 'Of nylon (222)' category, typically falling under HS Code 5402 (Synthetic filament yarn, including nylon), pertains to products made of nylon or other polyamides, widely used in textiles, industrial applications, and manufacturing. This category includes yarns and threads used for weaving, knitting, and other fabric production processes. Nylon is valued for its strength, elasticity, and resistance to abrasion, making it a critical material in industries such as apparel, automotive, and home furnishings.
Total Trade Volume
USD 5.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
6.5%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)
Rising demand for sustainable nylon
Increased investment in bio-based and recycled nylon production to meet environmental regulations and consumer preferences.
2021-2023
Growth in automotive applications
Higher use of nylon in lightweight vehicle components to improve fuel efficiency, driving demand in industrial markets.
2020-2022
Shift to Asia-Pacific manufacturing
Lower production costs in countries like China and Vietnam have shifted manufacturing hubs, impacting trade flows from Western countries.
2019-2023
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties on nylon yarn imports from China to protect domestic manufacturers from unfair pricing practices.
March 2023
Expected to increase costs for EU importers and potentially shift sourcing to other regions like South Korea or Taiwan.
Under the USMCA agreement, tariffs on nylon filament yarn between the US, Canada, and Mexico were reduced to 0% for qualifying goods.
January 2023
Boosted intra-regional trade and strengthened North American supply chains for textile and automotive industries.
Major manufacturers in Japan and Germany announced breakthroughs in producing high-quality recycled nylon, aligning with global sustainability goals.
July 2022
Likely to reduce dependency on virgin nylon and influence market preferences toward eco-friendly products.