HS Code Subheading

Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2

5209.11 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 520911

This HS code identifies heavy-weight woven cotton fabrics (more than 200 g/m²) with 85% or more cotton content, that are unbleached and feature a plain weave. These are often referred to as 'greige goods' or 'loom-state fabrics,' representing the raw, unfinished material directly from the loom. They serve as the foundational input for further textile processing, including bleaching, dyeing, printing, and various finishing treatments. Importers are typically textile processors, finishers, and manufacturers in countries with robust garment industries, such as Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, who add value to the raw fabric. Exporters are large-scale cotton mills, predominantly in China, India, and Pakistan, focusing on consistent quality and bulk supply of these essential base materials.

Products Under This Code

Heavy cotton sheeting (greige), unbleached canvas, unbleached duck cloth, raw calico, unbleached osnaburg

Real World Examples

Cone Mills (raw denim base), Mount Vernon Mills (industrial fabrics), Shijiazhuang Changshan (greige goods), Weiqiao Textile (unbleached fabrics)

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 520912 (unbleached twill) if the weave is not plain, or 520921 (bleached plain weave) if the fabric has undergone initial processing.

Products Classified Under 5209.11

Heavyweight unbleached cotton fabricHeavy greige cotton fabric

Related Codes

5209.12 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.19 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.1, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.21 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.22 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.29 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.2, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.31 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.32 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.39 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.3, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.41 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2 5209.42 Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China, India, and Pakistan are major exporters, while Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey are key importers for further processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 520911?

HS code 520911 covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2. This HS code identifies heavy-weight woven cotton fabrics (more than 200 g/m²) with 85% or more cotton content, that are unbleached and feature a plain weave. These are often referred to as 'greige goods' or 'loom-state fabrics,' representing the raw, unfinished material directly from the loom. They serve as the foundational input for further textile processing, including bleaching, dyeing, printing, and various finishing treatments. Importers are typically textile processors, finishers, and manufacturers in countries with robust garment industries, such as Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Turkey, who add value to the raw fabric. Exporters are large-scale cotton mills, predominantly in China, India, and Pakistan, focusing on consistent quality and bulk supply of these essential base materials.

What products fall under HS code 520911?

Heavy cotton sheeting (greige), unbleached canvas, unbleached duck cloth, raw calico, unbleached osnaburg

What are common misclassifications for HS code 520911?

Can be confused with 520912 (unbleached twill) if the weave is not plain, or 520921 (bleached plain weave) if the fabric has undergone initial processing.

How is HS code 520911 structured?

HS code 520911 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.