What is HS code 520942 used for?
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HS-6 · Subheading
Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim
Heading 5209 — Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200g/m2
Chapter 52: Cotton
Use HS-6 520942 when importing or exporting woven cotton fabrics, specifically denim, that contain 85% or more cotton by weight and weigh over 200g/m2. For example, a shipment of blue denim jeans would fall under this code due to its composition and weight.
This code is distinct from HS-6 520941, which covers similar cotton fabrics but without the requirement for different colored yarns. If your product is a solid-color denim fabric, you would classify it differently.
The HS-6 520942 classification applies specifically to denim fabrics made from yarns of various colors, making it important for importers to correctly identify the color composition when determining the correct HS code.
When dealing with heavy cotton fabrics, knowing the weight and cotton content is crucial. For instance, a cotton canvas fabric weighing less than 200g/m2 would not qualify under this HS-6 line.
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
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