HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5206.25 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale

Q: What is HS code 520625?

HS code 520625 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, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale. This code represents very fine count single cotton yarn, produced from combed fibers, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton. With a count measuring less than 125 decitex, this non-retail yarn signifies exceptional quality, smoothness, and strength, even in a blended form. It is a highly sought-after input for high-end blended fabrics used in luxury apparel, delicate knitwear, and premium home textiles where a lightweight, soft, and durable material is required. Importers are often high-fashion brands, specialized textile manufacturers, and luxury goods producers. Exporters are typically advanced spinning mills equipped with precision machinery and expertise in producing ultra-fine yarns, catering to niche markets demanding superior textile inputs.

Q: What products fall under HS code 520625?

Ultra-fine blended combed shirting yarn, luxury blended knitwear yarn, blended combed voile yarn, blended combed lawn fabric yarn, high-thread-count blended bed linen yarn, blended combed muslin yarn

Q: Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520625?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520625 in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.5M, 47% of world exports), India ($1.9M) and Vietnam (about $1.6M). World exports came to about $9.6M, 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.

Q: Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 520625?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520625 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $1.9M, 20% of world imports), Sri Lanka ($1.7M) and Japan ($1.1M). World imports came to about $9.4M, 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.

Q: How is HS code 520625 structured?

HS code 520625 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 (25) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

Q: What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520625?

In Brazil, HS code 520625 is NCM 5206.25.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.

HS code 5206.25 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale. It is used for ultra-fine blended combed shirting yarn, luxury blended knitwear yarn, blended combed voile yarn, blended combed lawn fabric yarn and high-thread-count blended bed linen yarn.

What HS 5206.25 covers

This code represents very fine count single cotton yarn, produced from combed fibers, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton. With a count measuring less than 125 decitex, this non-retail yarn signifies exceptional quality, smoothness, and strength, even in a blended form. It is a highly sought-after input for high-end blended fabrics used in luxury apparel, delicate knitwear, and premium home textiles where a lightweight, soft, and durable material is required. Importers are often high-fashion brands, specialized textile manufacturers, and luxury goods producers. Exporters are typically advanced spinning mills equipped with precision machinery and expertise in producing ultra-fine yarns, catering to niche markets demanding superior textile inputs.

Covers: Ultra-fine blended combed shirting yarn
Luxury blended knitwear yarn
Blended combed voile yarn
Blended combed lawn fabric yarn
High-thread-count blended bed linen yarn
Blended combed muslin yarn
Examples: Esquel Group (fine yarns)
Alok Industries (fine yarns)
Ermenegildo Zegna (end product fabric)
Frette (end product fabric)

Codes often confused with 5206.25

Common mistake. Can be confused with 520615 (uncombed, single, <85% cotton) or 520525 (single, combed, >=85% cotton). The distinction is 'combed', 'single', '<85% cotton', and the very fine decitex range.

5206.15Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520625, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520625 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 20% 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 China $4.5M 47% of world exports
2 India $1.9M 20% of world exports
3 Vietnam* ~$1.6M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗

World total: $9.6M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

1 Vietnam* ~$1.9M 20% of world imports · partner records ↗
2 Sri Lanka $1.7M 18% of world imports
3 Japan $1.1M 12% of world imports

World total: $9.4M 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 5206.25

Brazil does not split HS 5206.25: its NCM code is 5206.25.00.

5206.25.00 Single combed yarn under 85% cotton, over Nm 80De título inferior a 125 decitex (número métrico superior a 80)

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.

Access via API

GET /api/hs-code/520625/

{
  "code": "520625",
  "description": "Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale",
  "section": "XI",
  "parent": "5206"
}

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Questions about HS 5206.25

What is HS code 520625?

HS code 520625 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, measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale. This code represents very fine count single cotton yarn, produced from combed fibers, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton. With a count measuring less than 125 decitex, this non-retail yarn signifies exceptional quality, smoothness, and strength, even in a blended form. It is a highly sought-after input for high-end blended fabrics used in luxury apparel, delicate knitwear, and premium home textiles where a lightweight, soft, and durable material is required. Importers are often high-fashion brands, specialized textile manufacturers, and luxury goods producers. Exporters are typically advanced spinning mills equipped with precision machinery and expertise in producing ultra-fine yarns, catering to niche markets demanding superior textile inputs.

What products fall under HS code 520625?

Ultra-fine blended combed shirting yarn, luxury blended knitwear yarn, blended combed voile yarn, blended combed lawn fabric yarn, high-thread-count blended bed linen yarn, blended combed muslin yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520625?

Can be confused with 520615 (uncombed, single, <85% cotton) or 520525 (single, combed, >=85% cotton). The distinction is 'combed', 'single', '<85% cotton', and the very fine decitex range.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520625?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520625 in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.5M, 47% of world exports), India ($1.9M) and Vietnam (about $1.6M). World exports came to about $9.6M, 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 520625?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520625 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $1.9M, 20% of world imports), Sri Lanka ($1.7M) and Japan ($1.1M). World imports came to about $9.4M, 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 520625 structured?

HS code 520625 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 (25) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520625?

In Brazil, HS code 520625 is NCM 5206.25.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.