HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5211.41 – Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, plain weave
HS code 5211.41 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 more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, plain weave. It is used for yarn-dyed plain weave shirting, striped cotton-poly plain weave, checked cotton-rayon plain weave, heavy plain weave upholstery fabric and melange plain weave fabric.
What HS 5211.41 covers
This HS code identifies heavy woven fabrics, weighing over 200g/m², composed of less than 85% cotton, blended predominantly with man-made fibers, and characterized by their plain weave structure using yarns of different colors. These fabrics are "yarn-dyed," meaning the individual yarns are colored before weaving, creating patterns like stripes, checks, or melanges directly in the fabric structure. They are highly sought after by manufacturers of durable apparel, workwear, upholstery, and home textiles where colorfastness and inherent pattern are crucial. Importers often include garment factories in developing economies and textile distributors in developed markets, looking for ready-to-cut patterned fabrics. Exporters are typically countries with strong textile design and weaving industries, such as China, India, and Pakistan. Key trading considerations involve color consistency, pattern repeat accuracy, and the durability of the plain weave for its intended end-use.
- Covers
- Yarn-dyed plain weave shirting
- Striped cotton-poly plain weave
- Checked cotton-rayon plain weave
- Heavy plain weave upholstery fabric
- Melange plain weave fabric
- Plain weave workwear fabric
- Tartan plain weave blend
- Examples
- Burlington Industries (yarn-dyed uniform fabrics)
- Cone Mills (yarn-dyed plain weaves)
- Arvind Ltd. (yarn-dyed shirting blends)
- Kipas Textiles (heavy yarn-dyed fabrics)
Codes often confused with 5211.41
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 521151 (printed plain weave fabrics) because both have patterns, but 521141 uses yarn-dyed threads while 521151 applies patterns post-weaving. It might also be confused with 520941 if the cotton content is higher.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 521141, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 521141 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 19% 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 China $20M 54% of world exports
- 2 Italy $4.4M 12% of world exports
- 3 Spain $4.2M 11% of world exports
World total: $37M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$7.0M 19% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $3.9M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $3.9M 11% of world imports
World total: $36M 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 5211.41
Brazil does not split HS 5211.41: its NCM code is 5211.41.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5211.41
What is HS code 521141?
HS code 521141 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 more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, plain weave. This HS code identifies heavy woven fabrics, weighing over 200g/m², composed of less than 85% cotton, blended predominantly with man-made fibers, and characterized by their plain weave structure using yarns of different colors. These fabrics are "yarn-dyed," meaning the individual yarns are colored before weaving, creating patterns like stripes, checks, or melanges directly in the fabric structure. They are highly sought after by manufacturers of durable apparel, workwear, upholstery, and home textiles where colorfastness and inherent pattern are crucial. Importers often include garment factories in developing economies and textile distributors in developed markets, looking for ready-to-cut patterned fabrics. Exporters are typically countries with strong textile design and weaving industries, such as China, India, and Pakistan. Key trading considerations involve color consistency, pattern repeat accuracy, and the durability of the plain weave for its intended end-use.
What products fall under HS code 521141?
Yarn-dyed plain weave shirting, Striped cotton-poly plain weave, Checked cotton-rayon plain weave, Heavy plain weave upholstery fabric, Melange plain weave fabric, Plain weave workwear fabric, Tartan plain weave blend
What are common misclassifications for HS code 521141?
This code can be confused with 521151 (printed plain weave fabrics) because both have patterns, but 521141 uses yarn-dyed threads while 521151 applies patterns post-weaving. It might also be confused with 520941 if the cotton content is higher.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 521141?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 521141 in UN Comtrade data were China ($20M, 54% of world exports), Italy ($4.4M) and Spain ($4.2M). World exports came to about $37M, 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 521141?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 521141 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $7.0M, 19% of world imports), China ($3.9M) and the United States ($3.9M). World imports came to about $36M, 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 521141 structured?
HS code 521141 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 521141?
In Brazil, HS code 521141 is NCM 5211.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.