HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5206.43 – Cotton 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

HS code 5206.43 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton 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. It is used for medium count combed blended yarn, premium shirting yarn, fine poplin yarn, high-quality bed linen yarn and blended dress fabric yarn.

What HS 5206.43 covers

This HS code specifies multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not for retail, made from combed fibres, with cotton content below 85% by weight, and a medium count of 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn. These industrial blended yarns are highly valued for their exceptional smoothness, strength, and uniformity, characteristic of combed cotton, combined with the performance benefits of synthetic blends. They are a cornerstone for manufacturers producing high-quality fabrics for apparel, home furnishings, and technical textiles. Importers are often premium textile mills and garment producers in developed markets, while exporters are advanced spinning mills in major textile-producing countries. The blending allows for tailored properties such as enhanced wrinkle resistance, improved dye vibrancy, and increased durability, making it a versatile and premium choice.

Covers
  • Medium count combed blended yarn
  • Premium shirting yarn
  • Fine poplin yarn
  • High-quality bed linen yarn
  • Blended dress fabric yarn
  • Combed cotton-Tencel yarn
  • Luxury apparel yarn
Examples
  • Arvind Limited combed blended yarn
  • Texhong Textile Group combed CVC yarn
  • Kipas Textiles premium blended yarn
  • PT Pan Brothers combed industrial yarn

Codes often confused with 5206.43

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 520633 due to similar fineness, but 520633 specifies "uncombed" fibres, resulting in a less refined yarn. It also differs from 5205 (single yarn) as it covers multiple or cabled yarns.

5206.33Cotton 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 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 520643, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520643 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, 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 $17M
  2. 2 Hong Kong $5.9M
  3. 3 Italy $3.0M

World total: $33M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$6.6M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$4.8M
  3. 3 Cambodia* ~$3.7M

World total: $31M 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 5206.43

Brazil does not split HS 5206.43: its NCM code is 5206.43.00.

  1. 5206.43.00 Plied combed 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 5206.43

What is HS code 520643?

HS code 520643 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, 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This HS code specifies multiple or cabled cotton yarn, not for retail, made from combed fibres, with cotton content below 85% by weight, and a medium count of 232.55 to 192.31 decitex (44 to 52 metric number) per single yarn. These industrial blended yarns are highly valued for their exceptional smoothness, strength, and uniformity, characteristic of combed cotton, combined with the performance benefits of synthetic blends. They are a cornerstone for manufacturers producing high-quality fabrics for apparel, home furnishings, and technical textiles. Importers are often premium textile mills and garment producers in developed markets, while exporters are advanced spinning mills in major textile-producing countries. The blending allows for tailored properties such as enhanced wrinkle resistance, improved dye vibrancy, and increased durability, making it a versatile and premium choice.

What products fall under HS code 520643?

Medium count combed blended yarn, premium shirting yarn, fine poplin yarn, high-quality bed linen yarn, blended dress fabric yarn, combed cotton-Tencel yarn, luxury apparel yarn

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520643?

This code is often confused with 520633 due to similar fineness, but 520633 specifies "uncombed" fibres, resulting in a less refined 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 520643?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520643 in UN Comtrade data were China ($17M, 51% of world exports), Hong Kong ($5.9M) and Italy ($3.0M). World exports came to about $33M, 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 520643?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520643 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $6.6M, 21% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $4.8M) and Cambodia (about $3.7M). World imports came to about $31M, 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 520643 structured?

HS code 520643 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 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520643?

In Brazil, HS code 520643 is NCM 5206.43.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.