HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5206.33 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale

HS code 5206.33 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% 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 blended cotton-polyester yarn (uncombed), cotton-rayon yarn (uncombed), industrial knitting yarn, weaving yarn for denim and upholstery fabric yarn.

What HS 5206.33 covers

This HS code encompasses multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not intended for retail sale, where cotton constitutes less than 85% of the weight, and the fibres are uncombed. Specifically, it covers yarns with a fineness ranging from 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn. These industrial-grade blended yarns are crucial for textile manufacturers seeking a balance between cost-effectiveness and specific fabric properties. Importers are typically large-scale textile mills in countries with significant garment production, while exporters are major yarn producers. The uncombed nature means the yarn might have a slightly coarser feel but offers durability and is often blended with synthetic fibers like polyester or rayon to enhance strength, reduce shrinkage, or achieve particular textures for various applications, from denim to industrial textiles.

Covers
  • Blended cotton-polyester yarn (uncombed)
  • Cotton-rayon yarn (uncombed)
  • Industrial knitting yarn
  • Weaving yarn for denim
  • Upholstery fabric yarn
  • Workwear fabric yarn
  • Canvas fabric yarn
Examples
  • Vardhman Textiles blended uncombed yarn
  • Huafu Fashion CVC yarn
  • Texhong Textile Group industrial yarn
  • Coats Group blended yarn

Codes often confused with 5206.33

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 520643 due to similar fineness, but 520643 specifies "combed" fibres, which results in a smoother, higher-quality yarn. It also differs from 5205 (single yarn) as it covers multiple or cabled yarns.

5206.43Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale52.05Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520633, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520633 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 71% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 42% 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 China $8.4M
  2. 2 Portugal $943K
  3. 3 Hong Kong $809K

World total: $12M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$5.4M
  2. 2 Hong Kong $4.0M
  3. 3 France $909K

World total: $13M 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 5206.33

Brazil does not split HS 5206.33: its NCM code is 5206.33.00.

  1. 5206.33.00 Plied uncombed yarn under 85% cotton, Nm 43–52De título inferior a 232,56 decitex, mas não inferior a 192,31 decitex por fio simples (número métrico superior a 43, mas não superior a 52, por fio simples)

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 5206.33

What is HS code 520633?

HS code 520633 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% 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 multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not intended for retail sale, where cotton constitutes less than 85% of the weight, and the fibres are uncombed. Specifically, it covers yarns with a fineness ranging from 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn. These industrial-grade blended yarns are crucial for textile manufacturers seeking a balance between cost-effectiveness and specific fabric properties. Importers are typically large-scale textile mills in countries with significant garment production, while exporters are major yarn producers. The uncombed nature means the yarn might have a slightly coarser feel but offers durability and is often blended with synthetic fibers like polyester or rayon to enhance strength, reduce shrinkage, or achieve particular textures for various applications, from denim to industrial textiles.

What products fall under HS code 520633?

Blended cotton-polyester yarn (uncombed), cotton-rayon yarn (uncombed), industrial knitting yarn, weaving yarn for denim, upholstery fabric yarn, workwear fabric yarn, canvas fabric yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520633?

This code is often confused with 520643 due to similar fineness, but 520643 specifies "combed" fibres, which results in a smoother, higher-quality yarn. It also differs from 5205 (single yarn) as it covers multiple or cabled yarns.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520633?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520633 in UN Comtrade data were China ($8.4M, 71% of world exports), Portugal ($943K) and Hong Kong ($809K). World exports came to about $12M, 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 520633?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520633 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $5.4M, 42% of world imports), Hong Kong ($4.0M) and France ($909K). World imports came to about $13M, 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 520633 structured?

HS code 520633 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520633?

In Brazil, HS code 520633 is NCM 5206.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.