HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5205.14 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 but not exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale

HS code 5205.14 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 but not exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale. It is used for medium-fine uncombed cotton yarn, single uncombed cotton yarn (52-80 Ne), carded cotton shirting yarn, lighter denim yarn and apparel fabric yarn.

What HS 5205.14 covers

This HS code covers single cotton yarn, made from uncombed fibers, with a high cotton content (85% or more), and falling into a finer decitex/metric number range than 520513. The "uncombed" characteristic means it retains some natural irregularities and short fibers, making it suitable for fabrics where a slightly less refined, more natural hand-feel is desired, or for applications where cost-effectiveness is a priority. As "not sewing thread" and "not for retail sale," it's an industrial raw material for weaving and knitting. This yarn is commonly used in the production of medium-fine count fabrics, such as shirting, lighter denim, and various types of apparel and home textiles. Key exporters are often large-scale cotton yarn producers like India, Pakistan, and China, benefiting from abundant raw cotton and established spinning infrastructure. Importers include textile manufacturing hubs in countries such as Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, which convert these yarns into finished textile products for global distribution. Understanding the precise yarn count and quality parameters is vital for manufacturers to ensure consistency in their end products.

Covers
  • Medium-fine uncombed cotton yarn
  • Single uncombed cotton yarn (52-80 Ne)
  • Carded cotton shirting yarn
  • Lighter denim yarn
  • Apparel fabric yarn
  • Home textile yarn (finer count)
  • Industrial carded cotton yarn
Examples
  • Trident Group carded yarn
  • KPR Mill uncombed yarn
  • Raymond UCO Denim yarn
  • Arvind Limited shirting yarn
  • Welspun India home textile yarn

Codes often confused with 5205.14

Common mistake. This code is defined by its specific decitex/metric number range (finer than 520513 but coarser than 520515) and its "uncombed" nature, distinguishing it from combed yarns or yarns outside this count.

5205.13Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale5205.15Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520514, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520514 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 69% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$152M
  2. 2 India $68M
  3. 3 Uzbekistan* ~$40M

World total: $358M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $231M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$48M
  3. 3 Honduras* ~$13M

World total: $336M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 5205.14

Brazil does not split HS 5205.14: its NCM code is 5205.14.00.

  1. 5205.14.00 Single uncombed cotton yarn 85%+, Nm 52–80De título inferior a 192,31 decitex, mas não inferior a 125 decitex (número métrico superior a 52, mas não superior a 80)

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.05 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5205.14

What is HS code 520514?

HS code 520514 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 but not exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale. This HS code covers single cotton yarn, made from uncombed fibers, with a high cotton content (85% or more), and falling into a finer decitex/metric number range than 520513. The "uncombed" characteristic means it retains some natural irregularities and short fibers, making it suitable for fabrics where a slightly less refined, more natural hand-feel is desired, or for applications where cost-effectiveness is a priority. As "not sewing thread" and "not for retail sale," it's an industrial raw material for weaving and knitting. This yarn is commonly used in the production of medium-fine count fabrics, such as shirting, lighter denim, and various types of apparel and home textiles. Key exporters are often large-scale cotton yarn producers like India, Pakistan, and China, benefiting from abundant raw cotton and established spinning infrastructure. Importers include textile manufacturing hubs in countries such as Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, which convert these yarns into finished textile products for global distribution. Understanding the precise yarn count and quality parameters is vital for manufacturers to ensure consistency in their end products.

What products fall under HS code 520514?

Medium-fine uncombed cotton yarn, Single uncombed cotton yarn (52-80 Ne), Carded cotton shirting yarn, Lighter denim yarn, Apparel fabric yarn, Home textile yarn (finer count), Industrial carded cotton yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520514?

This code is defined by its specific decitex/metric number range (finer than 520513 but coarser than 520515) and its "uncombed" nature, distinguishing it from combed yarns or yarns outside this count.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520514?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520514 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $152M, 42% of world exports), India ($68M) and Uzbekistan (about $40M). World exports came to about $358M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 520514?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520514 in UN Comtrade data were China ($231M, 69% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $48M) and Honduras (about $13M). World imports came to about $336M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 520514 structured?

HS code 520514 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520514?

In Brazil, HS code 520514 is NCM 5205.14.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.