HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5206.22 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale

HS code 5206.22 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale. It is used for medium count combed cotton blend yarn, combed yarn for casual wear, blended yarn for bed linens, industrial combed yarn for uniforms and yarn for poplin and twill fabrics.

What HS 5206.22 covers

This HS code covers medium-coarse single, combed cotton yarn, not for retail, with a cotton content below 85% by weight, falling within the fineness range of less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex. The combing process ensures a smoother, stronger, and more uniform yarn compared to uncombed varieties, making it highly desirable for a wide range of textile applications where quality and durability are important. This yarn is a staple for manufacturers producing mid-range apparel, home textiles, and various industrial fabrics. Importers are typically textile mills in countries like China, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, which convert these yarns into finished goods for both domestic consumption and export. Exporters include major cotton-producing and spinning nations such as India, Pakistan, and Turkey. The trade in this yarn is influenced by global demand for blended fabrics, the cost of raw materials, and technological advancements in spinning. Buyers often seek consistent quality, good dye uptake, and competitive pricing for bulk orders.

Covers
  • Medium count combed cotton blend yarn
  • Combed yarn for casual wear
  • Blended yarn for bed linens
  • Industrial combed yarn for uniforms
  • Yarn for poplin and twill fabrics
  • Combed yarn for towels
  • Yarn for blended knitwear
Examples
  • Welspun India (India) combed blended yarn
  • Nishat Mills (Pakistan) medium count yarn
  • Shandong Ruyi (China) combed industrial yarn
  • PT Dan Liris (Indonesia) apparel yarn

Codes often confused with 5206.22

Common mistake. This code could be confused with 520522 (single, combed, 85% or more cotton) if the cotton percentage is misdeclared, or with 520612 (single, uncombed, less than 85% cotton) due to similar fineness but differing combing status.

5205.22Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale5206.12Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520622, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520622 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% 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* ~$48M
  2. 2 India $31M
  3. 3 China $16M

World total: $139M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $23M
  2. 2 Guatemala $10M
  3. 3 Chile $10M

World total: $127M 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 5206.22

Brazil does not split HS 5206.22: its NCM code is 5206.22.00.

  1. 5206.22.00 Single combed yarn under 85% cotton, Nm 14–43De título inferior a 714,29 decitex, mas não inferior a 232,56 decitex (número métrico superior a 14, mas não superior a 43)

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.06 →

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

Questions about HS 5206.22

What is HS code 520622?

HS code 520622 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale. This HS code covers medium-coarse single, combed cotton yarn, not for retail, with a cotton content below 85% by weight, falling within the fineness range of less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex. The combing process ensures a smoother, stronger, and more uniform yarn compared to uncombed varieties, making it highly desirable for a wide range of textile applications where quality and durability are important. This yarn is a staple for manufacturers producing mid-range apparel, home textiles, and various industrial fabrics. Importers are typically textile mills in countries like China, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, which convert these yarns into finished goods for both domestic consumption and export. Exporters include major cotton-producing and spinning nations such as India, Pakistan, and Turkey. The trade in this yarn is influenced by global demand for blended fabrics, the cost of raw materials, and technological advancements in spinning. Buyers often seek consistent quality, good dye uptake, and competitive pricing for bulk orders.

What products fall under HS code 520622?

Medium count combed cotton blend yarn, Combed yarn for casual wear, Blended yarn for bed linens, Industrial combed yarn for uniforms, Yarn for poplin and twill fabrics, Combed yarn for towels, Yarn for blended knitwear

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520622?

This code could be confused with 520522 (single, combed, 85% or more cotton) if the cotton percentage is misdeclared, or with 520612 (single, uncombed, less than 85% cotton) due to similar fineness but differing combing status.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520622?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520622 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $48M, 35% of world exports), India ($31M) and China ($16M). World exports came to about $139M, 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 520622?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520622 in UN Comtrade data were China ($23M, 18% of world imports), Guatemala ($10M) and Chile ($10M). World imports came to about $127M, 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 520622 structured?

HS code 520622 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520622?

In Brazil, HS code 520622 is NCM 5206.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.