HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5208.43 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2
HS code 5208.43 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2. It is used for lightweight yarn-dyed denim, chambray twill, patterned twill shirting, striped twill fabric and checked twill cotton.
What HS 5208.43 covers
This HS code covers woven cotton fabrics, containing 85% or more cotton, where patterns are formed by weaving yarns of different colors into a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, including cross twill, and weighing not more than 200 g/m². These fabrics combine the strength and diagonal texture of twill with the colorfastness and intricate patterns of yarn-dyed materials. They are highly valued for casual apparel, such as lightweight denim, chambray shirts, and patterned trousers, offering both durability and a sophisticated aesthetic. Importers are typically fashion brands and garment factories seeking high-quality, patterned fabrics for their collections. Exporters are textile mills with advanced capabilities in yarn dyeing and complex twill weaving, primarily found in Asia.
- Covers
- Lightweight yarn-dyed denim
- Chambray twill
- Patterned twill shirting
- Striped twill fabric
- Checked twill cotton
- Examples
- Levi's (lighter yarn-dyed denim)
- Gap (chambray twill shirts)
- Tommy Hilfiger (patterned twill)
- Diesel (light twill jeans)
Codes often confused with 5208.43
Common mistake. Can be confused with 520833 (dyed twill, but not yarn-dyed) or 520942 (heavier yarn-dyed twill), making the 'yarns of different colors' and weight crucial distinctions.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520843, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520843 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 35% 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 $189M 62% of world exports
- 2 India $39M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $16M 5.2% of world exports
World total: $305M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$101M 35% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$46M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $32M 11% of world imports
World total: $286M 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 5208.43
Brazil does not split HS 5208.43: its NCM code is 5208.43.00.
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 5208.43
What is HS code 520843?
HS code 520843 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2. This HS code covers woven cotton fabrics, containing 85% or more cotton, where patterns are formed by weaving yarns of different colors into a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, including cross twill, and weighing not more than 200 g/m². These fabrics combine the strength and diagonal texture of twill with the colorfastness and intricate patterns of yarn-dyed materials. They are highly valued for casual apparel, such as lightweight denim, chambray shirts, and patterned trousers, offering both durability and a sophisticated aesthetic. Importers are typically fashion brands and garment factories seeking high-quality, patterned fabrics for their collections. Exporters are textile mills with advanced capabilities in yarn dyeing and complex twill weaving, primarily found in Asia.
What products fall under HS code 520843?
Lightweight yarn-dyed denim, chambray twill, patterned twill shirting, striped twill fabric, checked twill cotton
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520843?
Can be confused with 520833 (dyed twill, but not yarn-dyed) or 520942 (heavier yarn-dyed twill), making the 'yarns of different colors' and weight crucial distinctions.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520843?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520843 in UN Comtrade data were China ($189M, 62% of world exports), India ($39M) and Italy ($16M). World exports came to about $305M, 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 520843?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520843 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $101M, 35% of world imports), Vietnam (about $46M) and Indonesia ($32M). World imports came to about $286M, 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 520843 structured?
HS code 520843 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 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520843?
In Brazil, HS code 520843 is NCM 5208.43.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.