What types of fabrics are included in HS-6 520921?

HS-6 520921 includes bleached woven fabrics made of 85% or more cotton, weighing over 200g/m2, such as canvas and upholstery fabrics.

Is there a weight limit for fabrics under HS-6 520921?

Yes, fabrics must weigh more than 200 grams per square meter to qualify for HS-6 520921.

Can I classify dyed cotton fabrics under this code?

No, dyed fabrics should be classified under HS-6 520922, which is for dyed woven cotton fabrics.

What if my fabric has a different weave?

If your fabric is not a plain weave, it may fall under a different HS code, so check the specific requirements.

How do I verify the cotton content in my fabric?

You can verify cotton content through testing methods that determine fiber composition, ensuring it meets the 85% requirement.

What are some common uses for fabrics classified under HS-6 520921?

Common uses include tents, industrial tarps, and heavy-duty upholstery, where durability is essential.

Can I use HS-6 520921 for cotton sheeting?

Yes, as long as the sheeting is bleached, made of 85% or more cotton, and weighs over 200g/m2.

What should I do if my fabric weighs less than 200g/m2?

If your fabric weighs less than 200g/m2, you will need to look for a different HS code that applies to lighter fabrics.

HS-6 · Subheading

520921

Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2

Heading 5209 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200g/m2

Chapter 52: Cotton

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 520921 when importing or exporting bleached woven cotton fabrics that weigh more than 200 grams per square meter. For example, a shipment of bleached cotton canvas used for making tents would fall under this code.

This code specifically applies to fabrics made of 85% or more cotton in a plain weave. If you have a fabric that is dyed or printed, you would need to look at a different HS code, such as HS-6 520922 for dyed fabrics.

The HS-6 520921 category includes heavy-duty cotton fabrics, often used in applications like upholstery or industrial textiles. If your fabric is lighter or has a different weave, it may not qualify under this subheading.

When classifying your product, ensure that the weight and cotton content meet the criteria. Fabrics weighing less than 200g/m2 or containing less than 85% cotton would not be classified here.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-6 subheading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

bleached cotton fabric · woven cotton fabrics · HS code 520921 · plain weave cotton · cotton fabric classification · heavy cotton fabric · import cotton textiles · export bleached fabrics · cotton content fabrics · fabrics over 200g/m2 · cotton canvas · industrial cotton textiles · upholstery cotton fabric · plain weave fabrics · cotton sheeting

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Bleached cotton canvas for tents, weighing 250g/m2
Heavy bleached cotton fabric for upholstery, 300g/m2
Cotton drill fabric used for workwear, over 200g/m2
Bleached cotton fabric for bags, weighing 220g/m2
Plain weave bleached cotton used in home textiles, 240g/m2
Cotton sheeting fabric, bleached and over 200g/m2
Industrial cotton fabric for tarps, weighing 260g/m2

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

What is HS code 520921 used for?
How to classify bleached cotton fabrics?
What weight qualifies for HS-6 520921?
Can I use HS-6 520921 for dyed cotton?
What are examples of products under HS-6 520921?
Is plain weave necessary for HS-6 520921?
How to determine cotton content in fabrics?
What if my fabric weighs less than 200g/m2?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of fabrics are included in HS-6 520921?: HS-6 520921 includes bleached woven fabrics made of 85% or more cotton, weighing over 200g/m2, such as canvas and upholstery fabrics.
Is there a weight limit for fabrics under HS-6 520921?: Yes, fabrics must weigh more than 200 grams per square meter to qualify for HS-6 520921.
Can I classify dyed cotton fabrics under this code?: No, dyed fabrics should be classified under HS-6 520922, which is for dyed woven cotton fabrics.
What if my fabric has a different weave?: If your fabric is not a plain weave, it may fall under a different HS code, so check the specific requirements.
How do I verify the cotton content in my fabric?: You can verify cotton content through testing methods that determine fiber composition, ensuring it meets the 85% requirement.
What are some common uses for fabrics classified under HS-6 520921?: Common uses include tents, industrial tarps, and heavy-duty upholstery, where durability is essential.
Can I use HS-6 520921 for cotton sheeting?: Yes, as long as the sheeting is bleached, made of 85% or more cotton, and weighs over 200g/m2.
What should I do if my fabric weighs less than 200g/m2?: If your fabric weighs less than 200g/m2, you will need to look for a different HS code that applies to lighter fabrics.

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