Product classification
HS code for Bleached cotton blend fabric: 5210.29
Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.2.
Classification of bleached cotton blend fabric under HS 5210.29
The classification of bleached cotton blend fabric under HS code 5210.29 is determined by several technical parameters defined in Section XI of the Harmonized System. This specific code applies to woven fabrics that contain less than 85% cotton by weight, provided they are mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers. The weight of the fabric is a critical factor; it must not exceed 200 grams per square meter (g/m2). Furthermore, the fabric must have undergone a bleaching process, which involves the removal of natural pigments to achieve a white appearance, distinguishing it from unbleached or dyed varieties. The '29' suffix indicates that the weave is not a plain or twill weave, covering 'other' weaves not elsewhere classified (n.e.c.) within the 5210.2 subheadings. Classification requires precise laboratory analysis of fiber content and weight to ensure the cotton percentage falls below the 85% threshold while remaining the predominant vegetable fiber in the blend.
- Covers
- Bleached cotton-polyester satin weave fabrics weighing 150g/m2
- Bleached cotton-nylon jacquard fabrics under 200g/m2
- Bleached cotton-rayon blended dobby fabrics
- Lightweight bleached cotton-synthetic blends with specialty weaves
- Also under 5210.29
- Carrington Textiles (workwear blends)
- Klopman International
- Milliken & Company
- Toray Industries
- Teijin Frontier
Codes often confused with 5210.29
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 5208.29, which covers bleached cotton fabrics containing 85% or more cotton. Another common error involves HS code 5211.20, which applies to similar blends that weigh more than 200g/m2. If the fabric is made of synthetic filament rather than staple fibers, it may be misclassified under 5407. Additionally, if the fabric is dyed rather than bleached, it must be moved to 5210.39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521029 (the code used for bleached cotton blend fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521029 (the code used for bleached cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 15% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 521029, not only bleached cotton blend fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $35M 50% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $8.2M 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $5.5M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $70M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$11M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$6.1M 8.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $5.2M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $75M 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 codes for bleached cotton blend fabric
Brazil splits HS 5210.29 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5210.29.10Bleached cotton-mix 3/4-thread twill, to 200 g/m²
- 5210.29.90Bleached cotton-mix, other weaves, up to 200 g/m²
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bleached cotton blend fabric
What is the HS code for Bleached cotton blend fabric?
The HS code for Bleached cotton blend fabric is 521029 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.2). The HS code for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton, mixed with man-made fibers, weighing 200g/m2 or less, and bleached (other than plain or twill weave) is 5210.29.
How do I classify Bleached cotton blend fabric for customs?
Bleached cotton blend fabric is classified under HS code 521029 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is the weight determined for this classification?
The weight is calculated as the mass per unit area (grams per square meter) of the finished fabric, including any sizing or finishing agents present at the time of export.
Which countries are the top exporters of bleached cotton blend fabric (HS 521029)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521029 (the code used for bleached cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($35M, 50% of world exports), Pakistan ($8.2M) and Germany ($5.5M). World exports came to about $70M, 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 bleached cotton blend fabric (HS 521029)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521029 (the code used for bleached cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $11M, 15% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $6.1M) and Indonesia ($5.2M). World imports came to about $75M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bleached cotton blend fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521029 for Bleached cotton blend fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bleached cotton blend fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 521029 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for bleached cotton blend fabric depends on the product's details: 5210.29.10 (Bleached cotton-mix 3/4-thread twill, to 200 g/m²), 5210.29.90 (Bleached cotton-mix, other weaves, up to 200 g/m²).