HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5209.31 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2

HS code 5209.31 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2. It is used for dyed heavy cotton sheeting, dyed heavy cotton canvas (plain weave), dyed heavy poplin, dyed heavy oxford cloth and dyed heavy calico.

What HS 5209.31 covers

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.

Covers
  • 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)
Examples
  • Solid color heavy cotton shirting
  • dyed canvas for tote bags
  • dyed heavy cotton for workwear trousers
  • colored bed linen fabric

Codes often confused with 5209.31

Common mistake. 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.

5209.41Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m25208.31Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS code 520931, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520931 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 27% 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 $181M
  2. 2 India $30M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$13M

World total: $300M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$81M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$46M
  3. 3 Indonesia $33M

World total: $297M 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 5209.31

Brazil does not split HS 5209.31: its NCM code is 5209.31.00.

  1. 5209.31.00 Dyed cotton plain weave, over 200 g/m²Em ponto de tafetá

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.09 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5209.31

What is HS code 520931?

HS code 520931 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520931?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520931 in UN Comtrade data were China ($181M, 60% of world exports), India ($30M) and Vietnam (about $13M). World exports came to about $300M, 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 520931?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520931 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $81M, 27% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $46M) and Indonesia ($33M). World imports came to about $297M, 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 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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520931?

In Brazil, HS code 520931 is NCM 5209.31.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.