HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 5212.13 – Fabrics, woven; of cotton, dyed, weighing not more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52

HS code 5212.13 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of cotton, dyed, weighing not more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52. It is used for dyed cotton poplin, colored cotton shirting, dyed cotton voile, solid color cotton lawn and dyed cotton percale.

What HS 5212.13 covers

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.

Covers
  • Dyed cotton poplin
  • Colored cotton shirting
  • Dyed cotton voile
  • Solid color cotton lawn
  • Dyed cotton percale
  • Colored cotton sateen
  • Lightweight dyed denim
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

Codes often confused with 5212.13

Common mistake. 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.

5208.31Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m25212.14Fabrics, woven; of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing not more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52

Top exporters and importers of HS code 521213, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 521213 in UN Comtrade data was the Dominican Republic, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Haiti, with about 46% 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 Dominican Republic $73M
  2. 2 China $51M
  3. 3 Pakistan $11M

World total: $180M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Haiti* ~$73M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$28M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$11M

World total: $157M 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 5212.13

Brazil does not split HS 5212.13: its NCM code is 5212.13.00.

  1. 5212.13.00 Other dyed cotton fabrics, up to 200 g/m²Tintos

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 52.12 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 5212.13

What is HS code 521213?

HS code 521213 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 521213?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 521213 in UN Comtrade data were the Dominican Republic ($73M, 41% of world exports), China ($51M) and Pakistan ($11M). World exports came to about $180M, 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 521213?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 521213 in UN Comtrade data were Haiti (about $73M, 46% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $28M) and Vietnam (about $11M). World imports came to about $157M, 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 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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 521213?

In Brazil, HS code 521213 is NCM 5212.13.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.