HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5206.42 – Cotton 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

HS code 5206.42 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. It is used for medium-coarse combed blended yarn, shirting fabric yarn, casual trousers yarn, bed linen yarn and blended poplin yarn.

What HS 5206.42 covers

This category covers multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not for retail, featuring combed fibres with less than 85% cotton by weight, and a medium-coarse count ranging from 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn. These blended yarns are highly sought after in the global textile industry for their superior smoothness, strength, and reduced pilling compared to uncombed varieties, while still offering the benefits of fiber blending. Importers are typically manufacturers of quality apparel, home textiles, and industrial fabrics, valuing the enhanced fabric aesthetics and performance. Exporters are often integrated textile groups with sophisticated spinning operations. The blend with synthetics like polyester or modal further improves properties such as drape, durability, and ease of care, making it versatile for a wide array of applications.

Covers
  • Medium-coarse combed blended yarn
  • Shirting fabric yarn
  • Casual trousers yarn
  • Bed linen yarn
  • Blended poplin yarn
  • Industrial uniform yarn
  • Fine denim yarn
Examples
  • Weiqiao Textile combed CVC yarn
  • PT Indorama Synthetics blended combed yarn
  • Trident Group combed blended yarn
  • Huafu Fashion combed yarn

Codes often confused with 5206.42

Common mistake. This code might be mistaken for 520643, which covers finer combed blended yarns. The "combed" and specific decitex range are key to accurate classification.

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 sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520642, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520642 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 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 $46M
  2. 2 Hong Kong $12M
  3. 3 India $8.9M

World total: $73M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$15M
  2. 2 Cambodia* ~$14M
  3. 3 Thailand $14M

World total: $73M 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 5206.42

Brazil does not split HS 5206.42: its NCM code is 5206.42.00.

  1. 5206.42.00 Plied combed yarn under 85% cotton, Nm 14–43De título inferior a 714,29 decitex, mas não inferior a 232,56 decitex por fio simples (número métrico superior a 14, mas não superior a 43, 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 5206.42

What is HS code 520642?

HS code 520642 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, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This category covers multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not for retail, featuring combed fibres with less than 85% cotton by weight, and a medium-coarse count ranging from 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn. These blended yarns are highly sought after in the global textile industry for their superior smoothness, strength, and reduced pilling compared to uncombed varieties, while still offering the benefits of fiber blending. Importers are typically manufacturers of quality apparel, home textiles, and industrial fabrics, valuing the enhanced fabric aesthetics and performance. Exporters are often integrated textile groups with sophisticated spinning operations. The blend with synthetics like polyester or modal further improves properties such as drape, durability, and ease of care, making it versatile for a wide array of applications.

What products fall under HS code 520642?

Medium-coarse combed blended yarn, shirting fabric yarn, casual trousers yarn, bed linen yarn, blended poplin yarn, industrial uniform yarn, fine denim yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520642?

This code might be mistaken for 520643, which covers finer combed blended yarns. The "combed" and specific decitex range are key to accurate classification.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520642?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520642 in UN Comtrade data were China ($46M, 64% of world exports), Hong Kong ($12M) and India ($8.9M). World exports came to about $73M, 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 520642?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520642 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $15M, 21% of world imports), Cambodia (about $14M) and Thailand ($14M). World imports came to about $73M, 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 520642 structured?

HS code 520642 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520642?

In Brazil, HS code 520642 is NCM 5206.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.