HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5209.59 – Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.5, weighing more than 200g/m2
HS code 5209.59 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.5, weighing more than 200g/m2. It is used for printed cotton sateen (heavy), printed cotton dobby, printed cotton jacquard, printed basket weave cotton and printed corduroy (heavy).
What HS 5209.59 covers
This HS code encompasses heavy-weight cotton fabrics that are printed, but feature weaves other than plain or standard twill (e.g., sateen, dobby, jacquard, basket weave). This "not elsewhere specified" category allows for a diverse range of printed, textured cotton fabrics, catering to niche markets and specialized applications where unique aesthetics and robust construction are required. These textiles are often utilized in high-end fashion, decorative home textiles, and specialized industrial applications. Importers include countries with sophisticated design industries and a demand for unique textiles, such as Italy, France, and the United States. Exporters are typically textile manufacturers with advanced weaving and printing technologies, like China, Turkey, and South Korea. Key trading considerations involve the complexity of the weave, the quality and type of print, and the fabric's overall hand and drape, which can vary significantly based on the weave structure.
- Covers
- Printed cotton sateen (heavy)
- Printed cotton dobby
- Printed cotton jacquard
- Printed basket weave cotton
- Printed corduroy (heavy)
- Printed velvet (cotton-rich)
- Printed pique fabric
- Examples
- Designers Guild printed cotton
- Sanderson printed fabrics
- Schumacher printed textiles
- Osborne & Little printed cotton
- F. Schumacher & Co. fabrics
Codes often confused with 5209.59
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 520951 (printed plain weave) or 520952 (printed twill) if the specific non-plain/non-twill weave is overlooked, or with 520949 (yarn-dyed n.e.c.) if a printed pattern is mistaken for a yarn-dyed design.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 520959, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 520959 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sri Lanka, with 11% 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 $19M 22% of world exports
- 2 Italy $9.1M 10% of world exports
- 3 Pakistan $7.7M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $88M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Sri Lanka $11M 11% of world imports
- 2 Dominican Republic $11M 10% of world imports
- 3 United States $8.6M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $109M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5209.59
Brazil does not split HS 5209.59: its NCM code is 5209.59.00.
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 5209.59
What is HS code 520959?
HS code 520959 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.5, weighing more than 200g/m2. This HS code encompasses heavy-weight cotton fabrics that are printed, but feature weaves other than plain or standard twill (e.g., sateen, dobby, jacquard, basket weave). This "not elsewhere specified" category allows for a diverse range of printed, textured cotton fabrics, catering to niche markets and specialized applications where unique aesthetics and robust construction are required. These textiles are often utilized in high-end fashion, decorative home textiles, and specialized industrial applications. Importers include countries with sophisticated design industries and a demand for unique textiles, such as Italy, France, and the United States. Exporters are typically textile manufacturers with advanced weaving and printing technologies, like China, Turkey, and South Korea. Key trading considerations involve the complexity of the weave, the quality and type of print, and the fabric's overall hand and drape, which can vary significantly based on the weave structure.
What products fall under HS code 520959?
Printed cotton sateen (heavy), Printed cotton dobby, Printed cotton jacquard, Printed basket weave cotton, Printed corduroy (heavy), Printed velvet (cotton-rich), Printed pique fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 520959?
This code might be confused with 520951 (printed plain weave) or 520952 (printed twill) if the specific non-plain/non-twill weave is overlooked, or with 520949 (yarn-dyed n.e.c.) if a printed pattern is mistaken for a yarn-dyed design.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 520959?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 520959 in UN Comtrade data were China ($19M, 22% of world exports), Italy ($9.1M) and Pakistan ($7.7M). World exports came to about $88M, 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 520959?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 520959 in UN Comtrade data were Sri Lanka ($11M, 11% of world imports), the Dominican Republic ($11M) and the United States ($8.6M). World imports came to about $109M, 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 520959 structured?
HS code 520959 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 520959?
In Brazil, HS code 520959 is NCM 5209.59.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.