HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5212.25 – Fabrics, woven; of cotton, printed, weighing more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52
HS code 5212.25 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of cotton, printed, weighing more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52. It is used for printed heavy canvas, patterned cotton duck, printed denim fabric, heavy printed twill and floral upholstery cotton.
What HS 5212.25 covers
This HS code covers heavyweight, printed woven cotton fabrics, which are crucial for industries requiring durable materials with decorative surface designs. These fabrics feature patterns applied to their robust surface after weaving, offering a wide range of aesthetic possibilities for upholstery, heavy apparel, and home decor. The trade in printed heavy cotton is driven by trends in interior design, fashion, and industrial applications where both strength and visual appeal are required. Major importers include furniture manufacturers, apparel brands, and retailers in Europe, North America, and Australia, sourcing from large-scale printing mills in China, India, and Pakistan. Key aspects of trade involve print durability, color fastness, resistance to abrasion, and the environmental impact of printing processes, ensuring the designs withstand heavy use.
- Covers
- Printed heavy canvas
- Patterned cotton duck
- Printed denim fabric
- Heavy printed twill
- Floral upholstery cotton
- Geometric print heavy sheeting
- Camouflage print cotton
- Examples
- Printed upholstery from Waverly
- Heavy printed cotton for curtains
- Camouflage fabric for military gear
- Printed canvas for tote bags
- Patterned heavy cotton from Schumacher
Codes often confused with 5212.25
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 520951 (printed plain weave cotton fabrics, >200g/m2) if the "n.e.c." criteria are not met. It should also not be confused with 521224, where patterns are created by weaving with different colored yarns.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 521225, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 521225 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 17% 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 Italy $4.9M 20% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $3.2M 13% of world exports
- 3 France $2.7M 11% of world exports
World total: $24M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $4.8M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $3.3M 12% of world imports
- 3 Cambodia* ~$1.9M 6.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $29M 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 5212.25
Brazil does not split HS 5212.25: its NCM code is 5212.25.00.
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 5212.25
What is HS code 521225?
HS code 521225 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of cotton, printed, weighing more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52. This HS code covers heavyweight, printed woven cotton fabrics, which are crucial for industries requiring durable materials with decorative surface designs. These fabrics feature patterns applied to their robust surface after weaving, offering a wide range of aesthetic possibilities for upholstery, heavy apparel, and home decor. The trade in printed heavy cotton is driven by trends in interior design, fashion, and industrial applications where both strength and visual appeal are required. Major importers include furniture manufacturers, apparel brands, and retailers in Europe, North America, and Australia, sourcing from large-scale printing mills in China, India, and Pakistan. Key aspects of trade involve print durability, color fastness, resistance to abrasion, and the environmental impact of printing processes, ensuring the designs withstand heavy use.
What products fall under HS code 521225?
Printed heavy canvas, Patterned cotton duck, Printed denim fabric, Heavy printed twill, Floral upholstery cotton, Geometric print heavy sheeting, Camouflage print cotton
What are common misclassifications for HS code 521225?
This code is often confused with 520951 (printed plain weave cotton fabrics, >200g/m2) if the "n.e.c." criteria are not met. It should also not be confused with 521224, where patterns are created by weaving with different colored yarns.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 521225?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 521225 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($4.9M, 20% of world exports), Pakistan ($3.2M) and France ($2.7M). World exports came to about $24M, 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 521225?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 521225 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($4.8M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($3.3M) and Cambodia (about $1.9M). World imports came to about $29M, 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 521225 structured?
HS code 521225 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 (25) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 521225?
In Brazil, HS code 521225 is NCM 5212.25.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.