HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5210.21 – 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
HS code 5210.21 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for bleached cotton-polyester shirting, lightweight cotton-rayon plain weave, bleached polycotton lining fabric, cotton-viscose blend fabric (plain weave) and bleached blended poplin.
What HS 5210.21 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- Burlington Industries (blends)
- Milliken & Company (technical fabrics)
- Toray Industries (blends)
- Teijin Frontier
- INVISTA (fiber supplier, but their blends are used)
Codes often confused with 5210.21
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 521021, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 521021 in UN Comtrade data was Pakistan, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 16% 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 $80M 55% of world exports
- 2 China $47M 32% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $4.0M 2.7% of world exports
World total: $147M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$14M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$4.8M 5.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $4.6M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $87M 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 5210.21
Brazil does not split HS 5210.21: its NCM code is 5210.21.00.
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 5210.21
What is HS code 521021?
HS code 521021 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, 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 521021?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 521021 in UN Comtrade data were Pakistan ($80M, 55% of world exports), China ($47M) and Malaysia ($4.0M). World exports came to about $147M, 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 521021?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 521021 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $14M, 16% of world imports), Vietnam (about $4.8M) and the United States ($4.6M). World imports came to about $87M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 521021?
In Brazil, HS code 521021 is NCM 5210.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.