HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5208.33 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2

HS code 5208.33 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2. It is used for lightweight dyed denim, cotton chino fabric, dyed drill fabric, cotton gabardine and dyed sateen twill.

What HS 5208.33 covers

This HS code covers woven cotton fabrics, specifically those with 85% or more cotton content, that are dyed and feature a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, including cross twill, with a weight not exceeding 200 grams per square meter. These fabrics are a staple in the apparel industry, often used for lighter-weight garments that require durability and a distinct diagonal texture. Key importers are garment manufacturers in countries like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Mexico, who transform these fabrics into finished clothing. Exporters are typically large textile mills in Asia, particularly China, India, and Pakistan, known for their weaving and dyeing capabilities. Buyers look for colorfastness, consistent twill lines, and a soft hand feel, making quality control crucial in international trade for this category.

Covers
  • Lightweight dyed denim
  • Cotton chino fabric
  • Dyed drill fabric
  • Cotton gabardine
  • Dyed sateen twill
  • Poplin twill
Examples
  • Levi's (lighter twill jeans)
  • Carhartt (light work shirts)
  • Gap (chino pants)
  • Uniqlo (twill shirts)

Codes often confused with 5208.33

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 520932 (heavier dyed twill) due to weight differences, or 520839 (other dyed weaves) if the specific twill weave is not correctly identified.

5209.32Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m25208.39Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.3 weighing not more than 200g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520833, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520833 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% 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 $112M
  2. 2 India $20M
  3. 3 Italy $15M

World total: $182M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$36M
  2. 2 Indonesia $33M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$24M

World total: $170M 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 5208.33

Brazil does not split HS 5208.33: its NCM code is 5208.33.00.

  1. 5208.33.00 Dyed cotton 3/4-thread twill, up to 200 g/m²Em ponto sarjado, incluindo o diagonal, cuja relação de textura não seja superior a 4

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 5208.33

What is HS code 520833?

HS code 520833 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2. This HS code covers woven cotton fabrics, specifically those with 85% or more cotton content, that are dyed and feature a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, including cross twill, with a weight not exceeding 200 grams per square meter. These fabrics are a staple in the apparel industry, often used for lighter-weight garments that require durability and a distinct diagonal texture. Key importers are garment manufacturers in countries like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Mexico, who transform these fabrics into finished clothing. Exporters are typically large textile mills in Asia, particularly China, India, and Pakistan, known for their weaving and dyeing capabilities. Buyers look for colorfastness, consistent twill lines, and a soft hand feel, making quality control crucial in international trade for this category.

What products fall under HS code 520833?

Lightweight dyed denim, cotton chino fabric, dyed drill fabric, cotton gabardine, dyed sateen twill, poplin twill

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520833?

This code is often confused with 520932 (heavier dyed twill) due to weight differences, or 520839 (other dyed weaves) if the specific twill weave is not correctly identified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520833?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520833 in UN Comtrade data were China ($112M, 62% of world exports), India ($20M) and Italy ($15M). World exports came to about $182M, 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 520833?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520833 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $36M, 21% of world imports), Indonesia ($33M) and Vietnam (about $24M). World imports came to about $170M, 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 520833 structured?

HS code 520833 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520833?

In Brazil, HS code 520833 is NCM 5208.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.