HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5208.39 – Fabrics, 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
HS code 5208.39 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, 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. It is used for dyed cotton sateen, dobby weave cotton, jacquard cotton fabric, basket weave cotton and leno weave cotton.
What HS 5208.39 covers
This category encompasses woven cotton fabrics with at least 85% cotton, dyed, and featuring weaves other than plain or twill, all weighing not more than 200 g/m². This 'not elsewhere specified' code captures a diverse range of fabrics with unique textures and patterns, such as sateen, dobby, or jacquard weaves, where the color is applied through dyeing. These fabrics are highly sought after by fashion designers and manufacturers for creating distinctive apparel, decorative textiles, and specialized home furnishings. Importers are often fashion houses and textile distributors looking for unique aesthetic qualities, while exporters are textile mills with advanced weaving and dyeing technologies, predominantly located in Asian textile hubs. The trade focuses on the novelty and quality of the weave and dye application.
- Covers
- Dyed cotton sateen
- Dobby weave cotton
- Jacquard cotton fabric
- Basket weave cotton
- Leno weave cotton
- Examples
- Zara (fashion fabrics)
- H&M (textured cottons)
- Pottery Barn (decorative fabrics)
- Ralph Lauren (sateen shirts)
Codes often confused with 5208.39
Common mistake. Misclassification can occur with 520831 (dyed plain weave) or 520833 (dyed twill weave) if the specific 'n.e.c.' weave type is not accurately determined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520839, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520839 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 18% 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 China $605M 52% of world exports
- 2 Austria $232M 20% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $66M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $122M 18% of world imports
- 2 Mali* ~$76M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Vietnam* ~$58M 8.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $692M 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 5208.39
Brazil does not split HS 5208.39: its NCM code is 5208.39.00.
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 5208.39
What is HS code 520839?
HS code 520839 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, 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. This category encompasses woven cotton fabrics with at least 85% cotton, dyed, and featuring weaves other than plain or twill, all weighing not more than 200 g/m². This 'not elsewhere specified' code captures a diverse range of fabrics with unique textures and patterns, such as sateen, dobby, or jacquard weaves, where the color is applied through dyeing. These fabrics are highly sought after by fashion designers and manufacturers for creating distinctive apparel, decorative textiles, and specialized home furnishings. Importers are often fashion houses and textile distributors looking for unique aesthetic qualities, while exporters are textile mills with advanced weaving and dyeing technologies, predominantly located in Asian textile hubs. The trade focuses on the novelty and quality of the weave and dye application.
What products fall under HS code 520839?
Dyed cotton sateen, dobby weave cotton, jacquard cotton fabric, basket weave cotton, leno weave cotton
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520839?
Misclassification can occur with 520831 (dyed plain weave) or 520833 (dyed twill weave) if the specific 'n.e.c.' weave type is not accurately determined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520839?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520839 in UN Comtrade data were China ($605M, 52% of world exports), Austria ($232M) and the United Kingdom ($66M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 520839?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520839 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($122M, 18% of world imports), Mali (about $76M) and Vietnam (about $58M). World imports came to about $692M, 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 520839 structured?
HS code 520839 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520839?
In Brazil, HS code 520839 is NCM 5208.39.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.