HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5206.41 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale

HS code 5206.41 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. It is used for coarse combed blended cotton yarn, heavy-duty industrial yarn, denim warp yarn, canvas yarn and upholstery yarn.

What HS 5206.41 covers

This HS code pertains to multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not for retail, made from combed fibres, with cotton content less than 85% by weight, and a coarse count of 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number) per single yarn. These industrial-grade blended yarns are valued for their strength, uniformity, and reduced impurities due to the combing process, even at a coarser count. They are essential for manufacturers requiring robust yet refined yarns for durable fabrics. Importers include textile mills producing heavy-duty textiles, while exporters are typically large-scale yarn manufacturers with advanced combing capabilities. The blend with other fibers enhances properties like abrasion resistance and dimensional stability, making it suitable for demanding applications where quality and performance are paramount.

Covers
  • Coarse combed blended cotton yarn
  • Heavy-duty industrial yarn
  • Denim warp yarn
  • Canvas yarn
  • Upholstery yarn
  • Workwear fabric yarn
  • Blended duck fabric yarn
Examples
  • Vardhman Textiles combed CVC yarn
  • Texhong Textile Group coarse combed yarn
  • Kipas Textiles blended combed yarn
  • Coats Group industrial combed yarn

Codes often confused with 5206.41

Common mistake. This code can be confused with 520642, which covers finer combed blended yarns. The "combed" and "multiple or cabled" aspects are crucial differentiators from uncombed varieties.

5206.42Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520641, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520641 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 21% 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 $3.7M
  2. 2 Italy $2.6M
  3. 3 Spain $977K

World total: $8.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United Kingdom $2.5M
  2. 2 Cambodia* ~$1.8M
  3. 3 China $1.4M

World total: $12M 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 5206.41

Brazil does not split HS 5206.41: its NCM code is 5206.41.00.

  1. 5206.41.00 Plied combed yarn under 85% cotton, up to Nm 14De título igual ou superior a 714,29 decitex por fio simples (número métrico não superior a 14, 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 5206.41

What is HS code 520641?

HS code 520641 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This HS code pertains to multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not for retail, made from combed fibres, with cotton content less than 85% by weight, and a coarse count of 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number) per single yarn. These industrial-grade blended yarns are valued for their strength, uniformity, and reduced impurities due to the combing process, even at a coarser count. They are essential for manufacturers requiring robust yet refined yarns for durable fabrics. Importers include textile mills producing heavy-duty textiles, while exporters are typically large-scale yarn manufacturers with advanced combing capabilities. The blend with other fibers enhances properties like abrasion resistance and dimensional stability, making it suitable for demanding applications where quality and performance are paramount.

What products fall under HS code 520641?

Coarse combed blended cotton yarn, heavy-duty industrial yarn, denim warp yarn, canvas yarn, upholstery yarn, workwear fabric yarn, blended duck fabric yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520641?

This code can be confused with 520642, which covers finer combed blended yarns. The "combed" and "multiple or cabled" aspects are crucial differentiators from uncombed varieties.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520641?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520641 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.7M, 45% of world exports), Italy ($2.6M) and Spain ($977K). World exports came to about $8.3M, 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 520641?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520641 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($2.5M, 21% of world imports), Cambodia (about $1.8M) and China ($1.4M). World imports 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.

How is HS code 520641 structured?

HS code 520641 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 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520641?

In Brazil, HS code 520641 is NCM 5206.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.