What is HS-4 5211 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
5211 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2
Chapter 52: Cotton
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 5211 when importing woven fabrics of cotton that contain less than 85% cotton by weight, primarily mixed with man-made fibers, and weigh over 200g/m2. For example, if you're shipping unbleached, plain weave cotton-polyester fabric, this code is applicable.
Deciding between the HS-6 lines under this heading often comes down to the fabric's weave type and treatment. For instance, if your fabric is unbleached and has a plain weave, you would classify it under 521111. However, if it features a 3- or 4-thread twill, you should use 521112 instead.
If your fabric is dyed, the classification shifts again. Dyed plain weave fabrics would fall under 521131, while dyed 3-thread or 4-thread twill fabrics should be classified as 521132. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate tariff classification.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
woven cotton fabrics · cotton man-made fiber blends · HS-4 5211 · import cotton fabrics · fabrics weighing over 200g/m2 · unbleached cotton fabric · dyed cotton fabrics · plain weave fabrics · twill fabrics · bleached cotton fabric
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Unbleached, plain weave cotton-polyester fabric, weighing 220g/m2.
- Dyed, 3-thread twill fabric made of cotton and polyester, weighing 250g/m2.
- Bleached cotton blend fabric, weighing 300g/m2, primarily for apparel.
- Printed denim fabric with less than 85% cotton, weighing 280g/m2.
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify cotton fabrics mixed with man-made fibers?
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What are the different types of woven cotton fabrics under HS-4 5211?
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Is there a specific code for bleached cotton fabrics?
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How do I determine the right HS-6 code for my fabric?
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What weight classification applies to cotton fabrics?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify woven cotton fabrics for import
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differences between plain weave and twill cotton fabrics
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requirements for importing cotton blended with man-made fibers
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understanding HS-4 5211 for fabric classification
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choosing the right HS-6 code for cotton fabrics
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importing bleached vs unbleached cotton fabrics
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guidelines for cotton fabric weight classification
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common issues with cotton fabric tariff classification
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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 fabrics fall under HS-4 5211?
- HS-4 5211 covers woven fabrics of cotton mixed mainly with man-made fibers, weighing more than 200g/m2, and containing less than 85% cotton.
- How do I choose between HS-6 codes under 5211?
- Select the HS-6 code based on the fabric's weave type (plain, twill, etc.), whether it's bleached or unbleached, and if it's dyed or printed.
- What is the significance of the weight requirement?
- The weight requirement of over 200g/m2 distinguishes these fabrics from lighter cotton blends, which may fall under different classifications.
- Can I use HS-4 5211 for 100% cotton fabrics?
- No, HS-4 5211 specifically applies to fabrics containing less than 85% cotton by weight mixed with man-made fibers.
- What if my fabric has multiple colors?
- If your fabric is made of yarns of different colors, you may need to refer to specific HS-6 codes that address colored yarns, such as **521141** or **521142**.
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HS-6 subheadings (14)
- 521111Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2
- 521112Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, 3- or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2
- 521119Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.1, weighing more than 200g/m2
- 521120Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, bleached
- 521131Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, plain weave
- 521132Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill
- 521139Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.3
- 521141Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, plain weave
- 521142Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, denim
- 521143Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill
- 521149Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.4
- 521151Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, plain weave
- 521152Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill
- 521159Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.5