HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5205.44 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed 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 5205.44 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed 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 fine combed shirting yarn, high-thread-count bed linen yarn, premium dress fabric yarn, fine knitted garment yarn and luxury apparel yarn.
What HS 5205.44 covers
This HS code covers fine, multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not sewing thread, of combed fibres, with 85% or more cotton by weight, and a fineness between 192.30 and 125 decitex (53 to 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This yarn is characterized by its superior quality, smoothness, and strength, all resulting from the combing process. It is a highly sought-after raw material for producing premium apparel fabrics such as fine shirting, high-thread-count bed linens, and delicate knitted garments. Major importers are textile manufacturers in countries with advanced weaving and knitting industries, including those in Europe, East Asia, and Southeast Asia, who prioritize quality and consistency. Exporters are typically nations with sophisticated spinning capabilities and access to high-grade raw cotton, such as India, China, and Pakistan. Trade in this yarn is driven by demand for high-end textile products and adherence to stringent quality specifications.
- Covers
- Fine combed shirting yarn
- High-thread-count bed linen yarn
- Premium dress fabric yarn
- Fine knitted garment yarn
- Luxury apparel yarn
- Voile fabric yarn
- Lawn fabric yarn
- Examples
- Himatsingka Seide (yarns for luxury home textiles)
- Trident Group (premium bed linen yarns)
- Huafu Fashion (high-end apparel yarns)
- Texhong Textile Group (fine cotton yarns)
Codes often confused with 5205.44
Common mistake. Can be confused with 520534 (uncombed fibres of similar fineness) due to similar decitex, but the 'combed' characteristic is the key distinction.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520544, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520544 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 34% 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 $76M 37% of world exports
- 2 Egypt $47M 23% of world exports
- 3 China $40M 20% of world exports
World total: $206M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$54M 34% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Italy $16M 10% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $13M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $161M 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 5205.44
Brazil does not split HS 5205.44: its NCM code is 5205.44.00.
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 5205.44
What is HS code 520544?
HS code 520544 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, 192.30 to 125 decitex (53 to 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This HS code covers fine, multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not sewing thread, of combed fibres, with 85% or more cotton by weight, and a fineness between 192.30 and 125 decitex (53 to 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This yarn is characterized by its superior quality, smoothness, and strength, all resulting from the combing process. It is a highly sought-after raw material for producing premium apparel fabrics such as fine shirting, high-thread-count bed linens, and delicate knitted garments. Major importers are textile manufacturers in countries with advanced weaving and knitting industries, including those in Europe, East Asia, and Southeast Asia, who prioritize quality and consistency. Exporters are typically nations with sophisticated spinning capabilities and access to high-grade raw cotton, such as India, China, and Pakistan. Trade in this yarn is driven by demand for high-end textile products and adherence to stringent quality specifications.
What products fall under HS code 520544?
Fine combed shirting yarn, high-thread-count bed linen yarn, premium dress fabric yarn, fine knitted garment yarn, luxury apparel yarn, voile fabric yarn, lawn fabric yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520544?
Can be confused with 520534 (uncombed fibres of similar fineness) due to similar decitex, but the 'combed' characteristic is the key distinction.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520544?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520544 in UN Comtrade data were India ($76M, 37% of world exports), Egypt ($47M) and China ($40M). World exports came to about $206M, 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 520544?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520544 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $54M, 34% of world imports), Italy ($16M) and South Korea ($13M). World imports came to about $161M, 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 520544 structured?
HS code 520544 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 (44) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520544?
In Brazil, HS code 520544 is NCM 5205.44.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.