HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5205.43 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed 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 sale
HS code 5205.43 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed 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 sale. It is used for combed shirting fabric yarn, poplin yarn, fine twill yarn, bed sheet yarn and dress fabric yarn.
What HS 5205.43 covers
This HS code encompasses medium-fine, multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not sewing thread, of combed fibres, with 85% or more cotton by weight, and a fineness between 232.55 and 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This yarn is valued for its enhanced strength and smoothness, benefits derived from the combing process. It is a versatile product, widely used in the production of quality apparel fabrics like shirting, poplin, and fine twills, as well as premium home textiles. International trade sees this yarn moving from major spinning countries, often in Asia (e.g., India, Pakistan, China), to textile manufacturing centers globally, including Southeast Asia, Europe, and North Africa. Key considerations for traders include yarn count consistency, twist level, and adherence to specific quality standards required for high-speed weaving and knitting machinery.
- Covers
- Combed shirting fabric yarn
- Poplin yarn
- Fine twill yarn
- Bed sheet yarn
- Dress fabric yarn
- High-quality apparel yarn
- Knitted fabric yarn
- Examples
- Raymond Ltd (yarns for suiting/shirting)
- Welspun India (yarns for home textiles)
- Shandong Ruyi Technology Group (yarns for various fabrics)
- Texhong Textile Group (yarns for apparel)
Codes often confused with 5205.43
Common mistake. Often confused with 520533 (uncombed fibres of similar fineness) due to similar decitex, but the 'combed' attribute is the primary differentiator.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520543, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520543 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 21% 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 India $21M 28% of world exports
- 2 Italy $11M 15% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $10M 14% of world exports
World total: $73M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $14M 21% of world imports
- 2 Portugal $5.0M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Madagascar $4.3M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $67M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5205.43
Brazil does not split HS 5205.43: its NCM code is 5205.43.00.
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 5205.43
What is HS code 520543?
HS code 520543 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed 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 sale. This HS code encompasses medium-fine, multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not sewing thread, of combed fibres, with 85% or more cotton by weight, and a fineness between 232.55 and 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This yarn is valued for its enhanced strength and smoothness, benefits derived from the combing process. It is a versatile product, widely used in the production of quality apparel fabrics like shirting, poplin, and fine twills, as well as premium home textiles. International trade sees this yarn moving from major spinning countries, often in Asia (e.g., India, Pakistan, China), to textile manufacturing centers globally, including Southeast Asia, Europe, and North Africa. Key considerations for traders include yarn count consistency, twist level, and adherence to specific quality standards required for high-speed weaving and knitting machinery.
What products fall under HS code 520543?
Combed shirting fabric yarn, poplin yarn, fine twill yarn, bed sheet yarn, dress fabric yarn, high-quality apparel yarn, knitted fabric yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520543?
Often confused with 520533 (uncombed fibres of similar fineness) due to similar decitex, but the 'combed' attribute is the primary differentiator.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520543?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520543 in UN Comtrade data were India ($21M, 28% of world exports), Italy ($11M) and Türkiye ($10M). World exports came to about $73M, 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 520543?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520543 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($14M, 21% of world imports), Portugal ($5.0M) and Madagascar ($4.3M). World imports came to about $67M, 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 520543 structured?
HS code 520543 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 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520543?
In Brazil, HS code 520543 is NCM 5205.43.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.