HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5205.34 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, 192.30 to 125 decitex (53 to 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale

HS code 5205.34 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, 192.30 to 125 decitex (53 to 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. It is used for medium shirting yarn, bed linen weaving yarn, poplin fabric yarn, twill fabric yarn and dress material yarn.

What HS 5205.34 covers

This category covers multiple or cabled cotton yarn, derived from uncombed fibers, with a high cotton content (85% or more by weight) and a finer count (192.30 to 125 decitex) compared to 520533. These yarns are not packaged for retail, signifying their role as an intermediate product for textile manufacturing. They are commonly used in medium-weight apparel fabrics, such as poplin, twill, and certain bed linens, where a balance of strength, durability, and a relatively smooth finish is desired. Importers are large-scale textile manufacturers and garment factories, particularly those producing everyday wear and home textiles. Exporters are typically integrated spinning operations in countries with abundant cotton resources and advanced textile infrastructure. Trade focuses on bulk orders, consistent quality, and competitive pricing.

Covers
  • Medium shirting yarn
  • Bed linen weaving yarn
  • Poplin fabric yarn
  • Twill fabric yarn
  • Dress material yarn
  • Home textile yarn
  • Sateen weaving yarn
Examples
  • Vardhman Textiles (yarn)
  • Huafu Fashion (yarn)
  • IKEA (end product fabric)
  • H&M (end product fabric)

Codes often confused with 5205.34

Common mistake. Often confused with 520533 (coarser count multiple/cabled yarn) or 520524 (single yarn of similar count). The distinction lies in 'multiple or cabled' and the precise decitex range.

5205.33Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale5205.24Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed 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

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520534, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520534 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 58% 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 India $29M
  2. 2 China $8.2M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$8.0M

World total: $48M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$27M
  2. 2 China $7.8M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$3.3M

World total: $46M 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 5205.34

Brazil does not split HS 5205.34: its NCM code is 5205.34.00.

  1. 5205.34.00 Plied uncombed cotton yarn 85%+, Nm 52–80De título inferior a 192,31 decitex, mas não inferior a 125 decitex por fio simples (número métrico superior a 52, mas não superior a 80, por fio simples)

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 5205.34

What is HS code 520534?

HS code 520534 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, 192.30 to 125 decitex (53 to 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This category covers multiple or cabled cotton yarn, derived from uncombed fibers, with a high cotton content (85% or more by weight) and a finer count (192.30 to 125 decitex) compared to 520533. These yarns are not packaged for retail, signifying their role as an intermediate product for textile manufacturing. They are commonly used in medium-weight apparel fabrics, such as poplin, twill, and certain bed linens, where a balance of strength, durability, and a relatively smooth finish is desired. Importers are large-scale textile manufacturers and garment factories, particularly those producing everyday wear and home textiles. Exporters are typically integrated spinning operations in countries with abundant cotton resources and advanced textile infrastructure. Trade focuses on bulk orders, consistent quality, and competitive pricing.

What products fall under HS code 520534?

Medium shirting yarn, bed linen weaving yarn, poplin fabric yarn, twill fabric yarn, dress material yarn, home textile yarn, sateen weaving yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520534?

Often confused with 520533 (coarser count multiple/cabled yarn) or 520524 (single yarn of similar count). The distinction lies in 'multiple or cabled' and the precise decitex range.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520534?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520534 in UN Comtrade data were India ($29M, 61% of world exports), China ($8.2M) and Vietnam (about $8.0M). World exports came to about $48M, 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 520534?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520534 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $27M, 58% of world imports), China ($7.8M) and Vietnam (about $3.3M). World imports came to about $46M, 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 520534 structured?

HS code 520534 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 (34) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520534?

In Brazil, HS code 520534 is NCM 5205.34.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.