HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5210.11 – Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, plain weave, weighing 200g/m2 or less
HS code 5210.11 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, plain weave, weighing 200g/m2 or less. It is used for unbleached cotton-polyester shirting, unbleached cotton-rayon lining, unbleached blended poplin, unbleached blended voile and unbleached blended muslin.
What HS 5210.11 covers
This code covers lightweight, unbleached cotton-blend fabrics, specifically those with a plain weave and a cotton content of less than 85%, predominantly mixed with man-made fibers. These textiles are valued for their blend of natural comfort and synthetic durability, often offering improved wrinkle resistance, strength, or quicker drying times compared to pure cotton. They are widely used in shirting, linings, and lightweight apparel. Major importers include garment manufacturing hubs in Asia and Central America, such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Honduras, which process these fabrics into finished clothing for global markets. Exporters are typically large-scale textile producers like China, India, and Pakistan, known for their integrated spinning and weaving capabilities. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend ratio (e.g., cotton-polyester, cotton-rayon), yarn count, and the fabric's suitability for subsequent dyeing or printing processes, given its unbleached state.
- Covers
- Unbleached cotton-polyester shirting
- Unbleached cotton-rayon lining
- Unbleached blended poplin
- Unbleached blended voile
- Unbleached blended muslin
- Unbleached blended sheeting
- Unbleached blended broadcloth
- Examples
- Hanes blended t-shirt fabric
- Gildan blended fabric
- Fruit of the Loom blended fabric
- Uniqlo blended shirting
- Zara blended linings
Codes often confused with 5210.11
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 521021 (bleached plain weave) if the unbleached state is not clearly identified, or with 520811 (pure cotton unbleached plain weave) if the man-made fiber content is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 521011, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 521011 in UN Comtrade data was Pakistan, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% 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 Pakistan $29M 30% of world exports
- 2 China $22M 23% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $11M 12% of world exports
World total: $97M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $30M 39% of world imports
- 2 Pakistan $4.3M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 France $4.0M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $79M 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 5210.11
Brazil does not split HS 5210.11: its NCM code is 5210.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5210.11
What is HS code 521011?
HS code 521011 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, plain weave, weighing 200g/m2 or less. This code covers lightweight, unbleached cotton-blend fabrics, specifically those with a plain weave and a cotton content of less than 85%, predominantly mixed with man-made fibers. These textiles are valued for their blend of natural comfort and synthetic durability, often offering improved wrinkle resistance, strength, or quicker drying times compared to pure cotton. They are widely used in shirting, linings, and lightweight apparel. Major importers include garment manufacturing hubs in Asia and Central America, such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Honduras, which process these fabrics into finished clothing for global markets. Exporters are typically large-scale textile producers like China, India, and Pakistan, known for their integrated spinning and weaving capabilities. Key trade considerations involve the specific blend ratio (e.g., cotton-polyester, cotton-rayon), yarn count, and the fabric's suitability for subsequent dyeing or printing processes, given its unbleached state.
What products fall under HS code 521011?
Unbleached cotton-polyester shirting, Unbleached cotton-rayon lining, Unbleached blended poplin, Unbleached blended voile, Unbleached blended muslin, Unbleached blended sheeting, Unbleached blended broadcloth
What are common misclassifications for HS code 521011?
This code can be confused with 521021 (bleached plain weave) if the unbleached state is not clearly identified, or with 520811 (pure cotton unbleached plain weave) if the man-made fiber content is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 521011?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 521011 in UN Comtrade data were Pakistan ($29M, 30% of world exports), China ($22M) and Indonesia ($11M). World exports came to about $97M, 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 521011?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 521011 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($30M, 39% of world imports), Pakistan ($4.3M) and France ($4.0M). World imports came to about $79M, 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 521011 structured?
HS code 521011 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 521011?
In Brazil, HS code 521011 is NCM 5210.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.