About HS Code 520931
This HS code encompasses heavy cotton fabrics, weighing over 200 g/m² and containing at least 85% cotton, that have been dyed a solid color and feature a plain weave. These fabrics are finished goods, ready for cutting and sewing into garments or other textile products, eliminating the need for post-production dyeing. The plain weave offers a simple, strong, and balanced structure, making these fabrics versatile for a wide range of applications. Importers are typically garment manufacturers, uniform suppliers, and home textile producers who require pre-colored, durable fabric in various hues. Exporters are often vertically integrated textile mills in countries like China, India, and Pakistan, capable of large-scale dyeing operations. Key trading aspects include color fastness, shade consistency across batches, and the fabric's overall finish (e.g., shrinkage control, hand feel), which are crucial for meeting quality standards in the apparel and home furnishings industries.
Products Under This Code
Dyed heavy cotton sheeting, dyed heavy cotton canvas (plain weave), dyed heavy poplin, dyed heavy oxford cloth, dyed heavy calico, dyed heavy duck cloth, dyed heavy drill fabric (plain weave)
Real World Examples
Solid color heavy cotton shirting, dyed canvas for tote bags, dyed heavy cotton for workwear trousers, colored bed linen fabric
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 520941 (yarns of different colors, plain weave) if the fabric is woven from pre-dyed yarns rather than piece-dyed, or with 520831 if the fabric weight is less than 200g/m².
Products Classified Under 5209.31
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers include Bangladesh, Vietnam, and the EU, while top exporters are China, India, and Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 520931?
HS code 520931 covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2. This HS code encompasses heavy cotton fabrics, weighing over 200 g/m² and containing at least 85% cotton, that have been dyed a solid color and feature a plain weave. These fabrics are finished goods, ready for cutting and sewing into garments or other textile products, eliminating the need for post-production dyeing. The plain weave offers a simple, strong, and balanced structure, making these fabrics versatile for a wide range of applications. Importers are typically garment manufacturers, uniform suppliers, and home textile producers who require pre-colored, durable fabric in various hues. Exporters are often vertically integrated textile mills in countries like China, India, and Pakistan, capable of large-scale dyeing operations. Key trading aspects include color fastness, shade consistency across batches, and the fabric's overall finish (e.g., shrinkage control, hand feel), which are crucial for meeting quality standards in the apparel and home furnishings industries.
What products fall under HS code 520931?
Dyed heavy cotton sheeting, dyed heavy cotton canvas (plain weave), dyed heavy poplin, dyed heavy oxford cloth, dyed heavy calico, dyed heavy duck cloth, dyed heavy drill fabric (plain weave)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520931?
This code can be confused with 520941 (yarns of different colors, plain weave) if the fabric is woven from pre-dyed yarns rather than piece-dyed, or with 520831 if the fabric weight is less than 200g/m².
How is HS code 520931 structured?
HS code 520931 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 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.