About HS Code 521213
This category covers lightweight, dyed woven cotton fabrics, representing a significant segment of the global textile trade. These fabrics have been uniformly colored after weaving, offering a ready-to-use material for garment manufacturers and producers of home textiles. The trade is characterized by a vast array of colors, requiring precise color matching and consistency across batches. Major importers are apparel manufacturing hubs in countries like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Mexico, which source these fabrics from large-scale textile producers in China, India, and Pakistan. Key factors influencing trade include color fastness, dye quality, fabric hand-feel, and compliance with environmental regulations regarding dyeing processes. The demand is highly sensitive to fashion trends and consumer preferences for specific colors and finishes.
Products Under This Code
Dyed cotton poplin, Colored cotton shirting, Dyed cotton voile, Solid color cotton lawn, Dyed cotton percale, Colored cotton sateen, Lightweight dyed denim
Real World Examples
Uniqlo colored shirts fabric, Zara blouse material, Dyed cotton for children's wear, Solid color fabric from Alok Industries, Dyed cotton for summer dresses
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 520831 (dyed plain weave cotton fabrics, <200g/m2) if the specific characteristics that make it "n.e.c." are not identified. It could also be mistaken for 521214 if the fabric appears to have different colored yarns but is actually piece-dyed.
Products Classified Under 5212.13
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Pakistan are major exporters, while Bangladesh, Vietnam, and the USA are significant importers for apparel production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 521213?
HS code 521213 covers: Fabrics, woven; of cotton, dyed, weighing not more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52. This category covers lightweight, dyed woven cotton fabrics, representing a significant segment of the global textile trade. These fabrics have been uniformly colored after weaving, offering a ready-to-use material for garment manufacturers and producers of home textiles. The trade is characterized by a vast array of colors, requiring precise color matching and consistency across batches. Major importers are apparel manufacturing hubs in countries like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Mexico, which source these fabrics from large-scale textile producers in China, India, and Pakistan. Key factors influencing trade include color fastness, dye quality, fabric hand-feel, and compliance with environmental regulations regarding dyeing processes. The demand is highly sensitive to fashion trends and consumer preferences for specific colors and finishes.
What products fall under HS code 521213?
Dyed cotton poplin, Colored cotton shirting, Dyed cotton voile, Solid color cotton lawn, Dyed cotton percale, Colored cotton sateen, Lightweight dyed denim
What are common misclassifications for HS code 521213?
This code is often confused with 520831 (dyed plain weave cotton fabrics, <200g/m2) if the specific characteristics that make it "n.e.c." are not identified. It could also be mistaken for 521214 if the fabric appears to have different colored yarns but is actually piece-dyed.
How is HS code 521213 structured?
HS code 521213 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (52) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.