HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 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
HS code 5209.39 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for heavy cotton sateen fabric, dyed cotton dobby fabric, cotton jacquard upholstery fabric, heavy dyed cotton canvas and cotton drill fabric (non-twill).
What HS 5209.39 covers
This HS code encompasses heavy-weight woven cotton fabrics, dyed in a single color, with a cotton content of 85% or more, and featuring weaves other than plain or twill (which are covered by other subheadings within 5209.3). These fabrics are highly valued for their durability, colorfastness, and substantial feel, making them suitable for a range of robust applications. Key players in this trade include textile manufacturers supplying the apparel industry for items like workwear, heavy casual clothing, and outerwear, as well as home furnishing producers for upholstery and drapery. Importers are typically garment factories, textile distributors, and furniture manufacturers seeking high-quality, pre-dyed, heavy cotton materials. Exporters are often large-scale textile mills in countries with strong cotton production and advanced dyeing capabilities. Understanding the specific weave type (e.g., sateen, dobby, jacquard) and dye quality is crucial for successful trade.
- Covers
- Heavy cotton sateen fabric
- Dyed cotton dobby fabric
- Cotton jacquard upholstery fabric
- Heavy dyed cotton canvas
- Cotton drill fabric (non-twill)
- Dyed cotton poplin (heavy)
- Cotton duck fabric (dyed)
- Examples
- Cone Mills (historical)
- Milliken & Company (industrial fabrics)
- Carrington Textiles
- Klopman International
- Burlington Industries
Codes often confused with 5209.39
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 520931 (plain weave, dyed, >200g/m2) or 520932 (twill weave, dyed, >200g/m2) if the specific weave type is not correctly identified. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere specified) is critical here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520939, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520939 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 17% 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 $530M 65% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $69M 8.5% of world exports
- 3 Italy $52M 6.4% of world exports
World total: $814M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $154M 17% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$150M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Vietnam* ~$127M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $882M 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 5209.39
Brazil does not split HS 5209.39: its NCM code is 5209.39.00.
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 5209.39
What is HS code 520939?
HS code 520939 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: 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. This HS code encompasses heavy-weight woven cotton fabrics, dyed in a single color, with a cotton content of 85% or more, and featuring weaves other than plain or twill (which are covered by other subheadings within 5209.3). These fabrics are highly valued for their durability, colorfastness, and substantial feel, making them suitable for a range of robust applications. Key players in this trade include textile manufacturers supplying the apparel industry for items like workwear, heavy casual clothing, and outerwear, as well as home furnishing producers for upholstery and drapery. Importers are typically garment factories, textile distributors, and furniture manufacturers seeking high-quality, pre-dyed, heavy cotton materials. Exporters are often large-scale textile mills in countries with strong cotton production and advanced dyeing capabilities. Understanding the specific weave type (e.g., sateen, dobby, jacquard) and dye quality is crucial for successful trade.
What products fall under HS code 520939?
Heavy cotton sateen fabric, Dyed cotton dobby fabric, Cotton jacquard upholstery fabric, Heavy dyed cotton canvas, Cotton drill fabric (non-twill), Dyed cotton poplin (heavy), Cotton duck fabric (dyed)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520939?
This code might be confused with 520931 (plain weave, dyed, >200g/m2) or 520932 (twill weave, dyed, >200g/m2) if the specific weave type is not correctly identified. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere specified) is critical here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520939?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520939 in UN Comtrade data were China ($530M, 65% of world exports), Türkiye ($69M) and Italy ($52M). World exports came to about $814M, 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 520939?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520939 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($154M, 17% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $150M) and Vietnam (about $127M). World imports came to about $882M, 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 520939 structured?
HS code 520939 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520939?
In Brazil, HS code 520939 is NCM 5209.39.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.