HS Code Subheading

Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, bleached, plain weave, weighing 200g/m2 or less

5210.21 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 521021

This category covers lightweight, bleached, plain-weave fabrics that contain less than 85% cotton, with man-made fibers forming the predominant or sole blend component. These fabrics are valued for their versatility, often combining the breathability of cotton with the durability, wrinkle resistance, or quick-drying properties of synthetics like polyester or rayon. They are widely used in the production of shirting, blouses, linings, and lightweight apparel, as well as certain home textiles. Importers include garment manufacturers, fashion brands, and textile distributors seeking cost-effective and functional fabrics. Exporters are typically textile mills in countries with integrated spinning and weaving capabilities for both natural and synthetic fibers. Key trade considerations include the specific blend ratio, the quality of bleaching, fabric hand, and suitability for various finishing processes.

Products Under This Code

Bleached cotton-polyester shirting, Lightweight cotton-rayon plain weave, Bleached polycotton lining fabric, Cotton-viscose blend fabric (plain weave), Bleached blended poplin, Lightweight bleached plain weave fabric, Cotton-nylon blend fabric

Real World Examples

Burlington Industries (blends), Milliken & Company (technical fabrics), Toray Industries (blends), Teijin Frontier, INVISTA (fiber supplier, but their blends are used)

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with 521029 if the weave is not plain, or with 521031 if the fabric is dyed instead of bleached. The "less than 85% cotton," "bleached," and "plain weave" criteria are critical.

Related Codes

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 5210.19 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.1, weighing 200g/m2 or less 5210.29 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.2 5210.31 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, plain weave 5210.32 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill 5210.39 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.3 5210.41 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, of yarns of different colours, plain weave 5210.49 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.4 5210.51 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, printed, plain weave 5210.59 Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.5

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China, India, and Pakistan are major exporters, with Bangladesh, Vietnam, and the USA being significant importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 521021?

HS code 521021 covers: Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, bleached, plain weave, weighing 200g/m2 or less. This category covers lightweight, bleached, plain-weave fabrics that contain less than 85% cotton, with man-made fibers forming the predominant or sole blend component. These fabrics are valued for their versatility, often combining the breathability of cotton with the durability, wrinkle resistance, or quick-drying properties of synthetics like polyester or rayon. They are widely used in the production of shirting, blouses, linings, and lightweight apparel, as well as certain home textiles. Importers include garment manufacturers, fashion brands, and textile distributors seeking cost-effective and functional fabrics. Exporters are typically textile mills in countries with integrated spinning and weaving capabilities for both natural and synthetic fibers. Key trade considerations include the specific blend ratio, the quality of bleaching, fabric hand, and suitability for various finishing processes.

What products fall under HS code 521021?

Bleached cotton-polyester shirting, Lightweight cotton-rayon plain weave, Bleached polycotton lining fabric, Cotton-viscose blend fabric (plain weave), Bleached blended poplin, Lightweight bleached plain weave fabric, Cotton-nylon blend fabric

What are common misclassifications for HS code 521021?

This code can be confused with 521029 if the weave is not plain, or with 521031 if the fabric is dyed instead of bleached. The "less than 85% cotton," "bleached," and "plain weave" criteria are critical.

How is HS code 521021 structured?

HS code 521021 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.