HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5207.10 – Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, put up for retail sale
HS code 5207.10 is the 6-digit subheading for cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, put up for retail sale. It is used for knitting cotton yarn, crochet cotton yarn, craft cotton yarn, mercerized cotton yarn (retail) and organic cotton yarn (retail).
What HS 5207.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers cotton yarn, not sewing thread, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, that is put up for retail sale. Unlike industrial yarns, these products are packaged in smaller quantities, such as skeins, balls, or hanks, and are branded for direct consumer purchase. They are primarily intended for crafting activities like knitting, crocheting, and other textile arts, appealing to hobbyists and artisans. The high cotton content ensures a natural fiber feel, breathability, and absorbency, making them popular for garments and home decor items. Importers are typically craft supply retailers, department stores, and online craft platforms. Exporters are spinning mills or distributors specializing in consumer-packaged goods, often focusing on attractive packaging and a wide range of colors and textures.
- Covers
- Knitting cotton yarn
- Crochet cotton yarn
- Craft cotton yarn
- Mercerized cotton yarn (retail)
- Organic cotton yarn (retail)
- Baby cotton yarn
- Embroidery cotton yarn
- Examples
- Lion Brand Yarn
- Bernat Yarn
- Lily Sugar'n Cream
- DMC (craft yarns)
- Scheepjes
Codes often confused with 5207.10
Common mistake. Easily confused with other cotton yarns (Chapter 52) that are 'not for retail sale' (e.g., 5205.xx, 5206.xx). The critical distinction is 'put up for retail sale' and its consumer-oriented packaging.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520710 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Dominican Republic, with 39% 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 France $32M 16% of world exports
- 2 United States $19M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $19M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $204M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Dominican Republic $132M 39% of world imports
- 2 United States $44M 13% of world imports
- 3 Germany $22M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $343M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5207.10
Brazil does not split HS 5207.10: its NCM code is 5207.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5207.10
What is HS code 520710?
HS code 520710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, put up for retail sale. This HS code specifically covers cotton yarn, not sewing thread, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, that is put up for retail sale. Unlike industrial yarns, these products are packaged in smaller quantities, such as skeins, balls, or hanks, and are branded for direct consumer purchase. They are primarily intended for crafting activities like knitting, crocheting, and other textile arts, appealing to hobbyists and artisans. The high cotton content ensures a natural fiber feel, breathability, and absorbency, making them popular for garments and home decor items. Importers are typically craft supply retailers, department stores, and online craft platforms. Exporters are spinning mills or distributors specializing in consumer-packaged goods, often focusing on attractive packaging and a wide range of colors and textures.
What products fall under HS code 520710?
Knitting cotton yarn, crochet cotton yarn, craft cotton yarn, mercerized cotton yarn (retail), organic cotton yarn (retail), baby cotton yarn, embroidery cotton yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520710?
Easily confused with other cotton yarns (Chapter 52) that are 'not for retail sale' (e.g., 5205.xx, 5206.xx). The critical distinction is 'put up for retail sale' and its consumer-oriented packaging.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520710 in UN Comtrade data were France ($32M, 16% of world exports), the United States ($19M) and Türkiye ($19M). World exports came to about $204M, 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 520710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520710 in UN Comtrade data were the Dominican Republic ($132M, 39% of world imports), the United States ($44M) and Germany ($22M). World imports came to about $343M, 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 520710 structured?
HS code 520710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520710?
In Brazil, HS code 520710 is NCM 5207.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.