HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5208.19 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.1, weighing not more than 200g/m2

HS code 5208.19 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.1, weighing not more than 200g/m2. It is used for unbleached sateen, unbleached dobby fabric, unbleached jacquard fabric, unbleached pique and unbleached leno weave.

What HS 5208.19 covers

This residual category captures unbleached cotton fabrics with 85% or more cotton content, weighing not more than 200g/m2, that are not plain weave or 3/4-thread twill. This includes more specialized or less common weave types like sateen, dobby, or jacquard in their raw, unbleached state. These fabrics are traded internationally as versatile raw materials, often sought by manufacturers looking for specific textures or patterns before dyeing and finishing. Importers are typically textile converters and garment producers in fashion-forward or specialized textile manufacturing hubs. Exporters are textile mills capable of producing diverse weave structures. The "unbleached" aspect means they are in their natural color, ready for further processing, offering flexibility in final product design.

Covers
  • Unbleached sateen
  • Unbleached dobby fabric
  • Unbleached jacquard fabric
  • Unbleached pique
  • Unbleached leno weave
  • Unbleached basket weave
Examples
  • Raw sateen for bedding
  • unbleached dobby for shirts
  • natural jacquard for upholstery
  • unbleached pique for polo shirts

Codes often confused with 5208.19

Common mistake. Often confused with 520829 if bleached, or with other specific weave codes if they exist for a particular type, or with 5209 if cotton content is below 85%.

5208.29Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.2, weighing not more than 200g/m252.09Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520819, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520819 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Myanmar, with 15% 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 $87M
  2. 2 Pakistan $66M
  3. 3 Egypt $22M

World total: $265M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Myanmar $50M
  2. 2 Italy $37M
  3. 3 Pakistan $29M

World total: $337M 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 5208.19

Brazil does not split HS 5208.19: its NCM code is 5208.19.00.

  1. 5208.19.00 Unbleached cotton, other weaves, up to 200 g/m²Outros tecidos

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.08 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5208.19

What is HS code 520819?

HS code 520819 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.1, weighing not more than 200g/m2. This residual category captures unbleached cotton fabrics with 85% or more cotton content, weighing not more than 200g/m2, that are not plain weave or 3/4-thread twill. This includes more specialized or less common weave types like sateen, dobby, or jacquard in their raw, unbleached state. These fabrics are traded internationally as versatile raw materials, often sought by manufacturers looking for specific textures or patterns before dyeing and finishing. Importers are typically textile converters and garment producers in fashion-forward or specialized textile manufacturing hubs. Exporters are textile mills capable of producing diverse weave structures. The "unbleached" aspect means they are in their natural color, ready for further processing, offering flexibility in final product design.

What products fall under HS code 520819?

Unbleached sateen, unbleached dobby fabric, unbleached jacquard fabric, unbleached pique, unbleached leno weave, unbleached basket weave

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520819?

Often confused with 520829 if bleached, or with other specific weave codes if they exist for a particular type, or with 5209 if cotton content is below 85%.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520819?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520819 in UN Comtrade data were China ($87M, 33% of world exports), Pakistan ($66M) and Egypt ($22M). World exports came to about $265M, 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 520819?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520819 in UN Comtrade data were Myanmar ($50M, 15% of world imports), Italy ($37M) and Pakistan ($29M). World imports came to about $337M, 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 520819 structured?

HS code 520819 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520819?

In Brazil, HS code 520819 is NCM 5208.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.