HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 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

HS code 5210.51 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for printed plain weave shirting, floral cotton-poly blend dress fabric, geometric printed poplin, children's wear printed fabric and printed blended lining.

What HS 5210.51 covers

This HS code pertains to lightweight woven fabrics, weighing 200g/m2 or less, composed of less than 85% cotton blended primarily with man-made fibres, and featuring a printed design. The base fabric is a plain weave, known for its simplicity, strength, and smooth surface, which provides an excellent canvas for various printing techniques. These fabrics are highly versatile and widely used in fast fashion, children's wear, and home textiles due to the endless possibilities of patterns and colours. Importers typically include garment factories, fashion brands, and fabric wholesalers looking for cost-effective and visually appealing materials. Exporters are often textile printing houses and mills in regions with strong design and manufacturing capabilities, making them key players in global fashion trends.

Covers
  • Printed plain weave shirting
  • Floral cotton-poly blend dress fabric
  • Geometric printed poplin
  • Children's wear printed fabric
  • Printed blended lining
  • Patterned home textile fabric
  • Printed casual wear fabric
Examples
  • H&M printed blouses
  • Zara floral dresses
  • Old Navy printed shorts
  • Target printed bed sheets
  • Uniqlo printed t-shirts

Codes often confused with 5210.51

Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 521041 if the printed pattern mimics a yarn-dyed effect, or with 521059 if the weave is not plain. It can also be misclassified as pure cotton printed fabric (e.g., 520851) if the blend composition is not accurately determined.

5210.41Fabrics, 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 weave5210.59Fabrics, 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. 5210.55208.51Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS code 521051, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 521051 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 20% 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. 1 China $27M
  2. 2 Spain $16M
  3. 3 Pakistan $9.3M

World total: $78M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$11M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$9.0M
  3. 3 Cambodia* ~$3.2M

World total: $58M 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 5210.51

Brazil does not split HS 5210.51: its NCM code is 5210.51.00.

  1. 5210.51.00 Printed cotton-mix plain weave, up to 200 g/m²Em ponto de tafetá

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 5210.51

What is HS code 521051?

HS code 521051 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, weighing 200g/m2 or less, printed, plain weave. This HS code pertains to lightweight woven fabrics, weighing 200g/m2 or less, composed of less than 85% cotton blended primarily with man-made fibres, and featuring a printed design. The base fabric is a plain weave, known for its simplicity, strength, and smooth surface, which provides an excellent canvas for various printing techniques. These fabrics are highly versatile and widely used in fast fashion, children's wear, and home textiles due to the endless possibilities of patterns and colours. Importers typically include garment factories, fashion brands, and fabric wholesalers looking for cost-effective and visually appealing materials. Exporters are often textile printing houses and mills in regions with strong design and manufacturing capabilities, making them key players in global fashion trends.

What products fall under HS code 521051?

Printed plain weave shirting, floral cotton-poly blend dress fabric, geometric printed poplin, children's wear printed fabric, printed blended lining, patterned home textile fabric, printed casual wear fabric

What are common misclassifications for HS code 521051?

This code is frequently confused with 521041 if the printed pattern mimics a yarn-dyed effect, or with 521059 if the weave is not plain. It can also be misclassified as pure cotton printed fabric (e.g., 520851) if the blend composition is not accurately determined.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 521051?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 521051 in UN Comtrade data were China ($27M, 34% of world exports), Spain ($16M) and Pakistan ($9.3M). World exports came to about $78M, 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 521051?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 521051 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $11M, 20% of world imports), Vietnam (about $9.0M) and Cambodia (about $3.2M). World imports came to about $58M, 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 521051 structured?

HS code 521051 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 (51) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 521051?

In Brazil, HS code 521051 is NCM 5210.51.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.