HS Code Subheading

Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale

5206.45 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 520645

This HS code denotes high-quality, very fine count, multiple or cabled cotton yarn, made from combed fibers, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton. With a count measuring less than 125 decitex, this non-retail blended yarn benefits from the combing process, which removes short fibers and impurities, resulting in a smoother, stronger, and more lustrous product. It is used for premium blended fabrics in high-end apparel, luxury home textiles, and specialized technical textiles where fineness, strength, and a refined appearance are paramount. Importers are often luxury brands and specialized fabric manufacturers seeking superior textile inputs. Exporters are advanced spinning mills with a focus on quality, innovation, and the production of sophisticated blended yarns for discerning markets.

Products Under This Code

Fine blended combed shirting yarn (cabled), luxury blended knitwear yarn (cabled), blended combed sateen yarn (cabled), blended combed voile yarn (cabled), high-thread-count blended bed linen yarn (cabled), blended combed lawn yarn (cabled)

Real World Examples

Söktaş (fine blended yarns), Albini Group (fine blended fabrics), Canclini Tessile (fine blended fabrics), Thomas Mason (fine blended fabrics)

Common Misclassification

Could be confused with 520635 (uncombed, multiple/cabled, <85% cotton) or 520535 (multiple/cabled, combed, >=85% cotton). The key is 'multiple or cabled', 'combed', '<85% cotton', and the very fine decitex range.

Related Codes

5206.11 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.12 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.13 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.14 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 but not exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.15 Cotton 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 5206.21 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring 714.29 decitex or more, (not exceeding 14 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.22 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.23 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale 5206.24 Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 192.31 but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 but not exceeding 80 metric number), not for retail sale 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

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

Italy, Japan, and South Korea are significant importers, while India, China, and Vietnam are key exporters of such specialized yarns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 520645?

HS code 520645 covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This HS code denotes high-quality, very fine count, multiple or cabled cotton yarn, made from combed fibers, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton. With a count measuring less than 125 decitex, this non-retail blended yarn benefits from the combing process, which removes short fibers and impurities, resulting in a smoother, stronger, and more lustrous product. It is used for premium blended fabrics in high-end apparel, luxury home textiles, and specialized technical textiles where fineness, strength, and a refined appearance are paramount. Importers are often luxury brands and specialized fabric manufacturers seeking superior textile inputs. Exporters are advanced spinning mills with a focus on quality, innovation, and the production of sophisticated blended yarns for discerning markets.

What products fall under HS code 520645?

Fine blended combed shirting yarn (cabled), luxury blended knitwear yarn (cabled), blended combed sateen yarn (cabled), blended combed voile yarn (cabled), high-thread-count blended bed linen yarn (cabled), blended combed lawn yarn (cabled)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520645?

Could be confused with 520635 (uncombed, multiple/cabled, <85% cotton) or 520535 (multiple/cabled, combed, >=85% cotton). The key is 'multiple or cabled', 'combed', '<85% cotton', and the very fine decitex range.

How is HS code 520645 structured?

HS code 520645 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 (45) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.