HS Code 5206.14 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% 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 520614 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% 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 specific HS code identifies single, uncombed cotton yarn, not for retail, with a cotton content below 85% by weight, characterized by a finer count range (less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex). This type of yarn is a critical intermediate product in the global textile supply chain, primarily used for manufacturing lighter-weight fabrics and more intricate textile products. Manufacturers of shirting, fine apparel, and certain home textiles are key importers, seeking these yarns for their specific fineness and blend properties. Countries with robust textile manufacturing bases, such as China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, are significant players in both importing and exporting these yarns, depending on their raw material availability and spinning capacities. The trade is driven by demand for cost-effective, versatile yarns that can be blended with other fibers to achieve desired fabric characteristics like strength, drape, and hand-feel. Understanding the precise decitex/metric number is crucial for customs classification and ensuring the yarn meets the technical specifications required for downstream production processes.

Fine count uncombed cotton blend yarn, Yarn for lightweight shirting, Blended yarn for summer apparel, Industrial yarn for fine gauge knitting, Yarn for poplin fabrics, Uncombed yarn for lining materials, Yarn for blended denim

This code can be confused with 520514 (single, uncombed, 85% or more cotton) if the cotton percentage is miscalculated, or with 520624 (single, combed, less than 85% cotton) due to the "combed" vs "uncombed" distinction.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520614 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $12M, 42% of world exports), China ($9.7M) and Indonesia ($3.1M). World exports came to about $29M, 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.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520614 in UN Comtrade data were China ($13M, 48% of world imports), Pakistan ($4.7M) and Japan ($2.1M). World imports came to about $26M, 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.

HS code 520614 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

In Brazil, HS code 520614 is NCM 5206.14.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.