HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5208.52 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m2

HS code 5208.52 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m2. It is used for printed cotton broadcloth, medium-weight printed poplin, printed canvas (light), printed sateen (plain weave base) and printed chintz.

What HS 5208.52 covers

This category includes medium-weight woven cotton fabrics (over 100 g/m² but not more than 200 g/m²) with 85% or more cotton, featuring a plain weave and patterns applied through printing. These fabrics strike a balance between durability and design versatility, making them suitable for a broad range of applications. They are widely used in casual apparel, home textiles such as curtains, tablecloths, and bedding, as well as for various craft projects. Importers span from large retail chains to specialized fabric stores, seeking a diverse range of printed designs to meet consumer demand. Exporters are textile mills with robust printing infrastructure, capable of producing large volumes of patterned fabrics for global distribution.

Covers
  • Printed cotton broadcloth
  • Medium-weight printed poplin
  • Printed canvas (light)
  • Printed sateen (plain weave base)
  • Printed chintz
Examples
  • IKEA (printed home textiles)
  • Laura Ashley (floral prints)
  • Jo-Ann Fabrics (craft cottons)
  • Zara Home (printed bedding)

Codes often confused with 5208.52

Common mistake. Can be confused with 520851 (lighter printed plain weave) due to weight, or 520842 (yarn-dyed plain weave) if the printing method is not verified.

5208.51Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m25208.42Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520852, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520852 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 59% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Togo, with about 25% 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 $1.4B
  2. 2 India $411M
  3. 3 South Korea $124M

World total: $2.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Togo* ~$346M
  2. 2 United States $229M
  3. 3 Gambia* ~$100M

World total: $1.4B 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 5208.52

Brazil does not split HS 5208.52: its NCM code is 5208.52.00.

  1. 5208.52.00 Printed cotton plain weave, 100–200 g/m²Em ponto de tafetá, de peso superior a 100 g/m²

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 5208.52

What is HS code 520852?

HS code 520852 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m2. This category includes medium-weight woven cotton fabrics (over 100 g/m² but not more than 200 g/m²) with 85% or more cotton, featuring a plain weave and patterns applied through printing. These fabrics strike a balance between durability and design versatility, making them suitable for a broad range of applications. They are widely used in casual apparel, home textiles such as curtains, tablecloths, and bedding, as well as for various craft projects. Importers span from large retail chains to specialized fabric stores, seeking a diverse range of printed designs to meet consumer demand. Exporters are textile mills with robust printing infrastructure, capable of producing large volumes of patterned fabrics for global distribution.

What products fall under HS code 520852?

Printed cotton broadcloth, medium-weight printed poplin, printed canvas (light), printed sateen (plain weave base), printed chintz

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520852?

Can be confused with 520851 (lighter printed plain weave) due to weight, or 520842 (yarn-dyed plain weave) if the printing method is not verified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520852?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520852 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.4B, 59% of world exports), India ($411M) and South Korea ($124M). World exports came to about $2.4B, 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 520852?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520852 in UN Comtrade data were Togo (about $346M, 25% of world imports), the United States ($229M) and the Gambia (about $100M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 520852 structured?

HS code 520852 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 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520852?

In Brazil, HS code 520852 is NCM 5208.52.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.