About HS Code 521049
This category covers lightweight woven fabrics, weighing 200g/m2 or less, made from a blend of less than 85% cotton and predominantly man-made fibres. The distinctive feature is the use of yarns of different colours to create patterns, combined with weaves other than plain weave (e.g., twill, sateen, dobby). This allows for more complex and textured patterns compared to plain weave, offering enhanced aesthetic appeal and durability. These fabrics are popular in fashion apparel, decorative textiles, and specialized uniforms where both pattern and texture are desired. Importers include fashion designers, apparel manufacturers, and textile distributors, while exporters are typically advanced textile mills with diverse weaving capabilities. The intricate patterns and robust nature make them valuable in niche markets.
Products Under This Code
Yarn-dyed twill shirting, striped sateen blend fabric, checkered dobby weave, plaid blended suiting (lightweight), textured yarn-dyed dress fabric, blended denim (lightweight), patterned uniform fabric
Real World Examples
Zara patterned twill shirts, Brooks Brothers striped sateen, Ralph Lauren plaid blazers (lightweight), Uniqlo textured blend trousers, H&M patterned skirts
Common Misclassification
Misclassification can occur with 521041 if the weave is incorrectly identified as plain, or with 521059 if the patterns are printed rather than created by different coloured yarns. It might also be confused with heavier fabrics in 5211.49 if the weight is misjudged.
Products Classified Under 5210.49
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Major trade routes for these lightweight, yarn-dyed blended fabrics with complex weaves involve China, India, Italy, Turkey, and Vietnam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 521049?
HS code 521049 covers: 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. This category covers lightweight woven fabrics, weighing 200g/m2 or less, made from a blend of less than 85% cotton and predominantly man-made fibres. The distinctive feature is the use of yarns of different colours to create patterns, combined with weaves other than plain weave (e.g., twill, sateen, dobby). This allows for more complex and textured patterns compared to plain weave, offering enhanced aesthetic appeal and durability. These fabrics are popular in fashion apparel, decorative textiles, and specialized uniforms where both pattern and texture are desired. Importers include fashion designers, apparel manufacturers, and textile distributors, while exporters are typically advanced textile mills with diverse weaving capabilities. The intricate patterns and robust nature make them valuable in niche markets.
What products fall under HS code 521049?
Yarn-dyed twill shirting, striped sateen blend fabric, checkered dobby weave, plaid blended suiting (lightweight), textured yarn-dyed dress fabric, blended denim (lightweight), patterned uniform fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 521049?
Misclassification can occur with 521041 if the weave is incorrectly identified as plain, or with 521059 if the patterns are printed rather than created by different coloured yarns. It might also be confused with heavier fabrics in 5211.49 if the weight is misjudged.
How is HS code 521049 structured?
HS code 521049 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.