Product classification
HS code for Blended combed plied cotton yarn: 5206.42
Cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale.
Classification of blended combed plied cotton yarn under HS 5206.42
Product classification under HS code 520642 is determined by several specific characteristics of the cotton yarn. This code applies to multiple or cabled cotton yarns that are made from combed fibres and contain less than 85% by weight of cotton, indicating a blend with other textile materials. A crucial aspect is the fineness of the yarn, specified as 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (equivalent to 15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn. Furthermore, the yarn must not be put up for retail sale, signifying its intended use in industrial textile manufacturing rather than direct consumer purchase. The "combed" characteristic implies a higher quality yarn, as the combing process removes shorter fibers and impurities, resulting in a smoother, stronger, and more uniform product. The "multiple or cabled" aspect means the yarn consists of two or more single yarns twisted together, enhancing its strength and durability.
- Covers
- Blended combed multiple cotton yarn (less than 85% cotton, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex per single yarn, not for retail sale)
- Blended combed cabled cotton yarn (less than 85% cotton, 15 to 43 metric number per single yarn, not for retail sale)
- Industrial-grade blended combed plied cotton yarn meeting specified decitex range
- Also under 5206.42
- Weiqiao Textile combed CVC yarn
- PT Indorama Synthetics blended combed yarn
- Trident Group combed blended yarn
- Huafu Fashion combed yarn
Codes often confused with 5206.42
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for HS 520642 often involve yarns with different fiber compositions, processing methods, or intended uses. Yarns containing 85% or more by weight of cotton are classified under HS 5205, not 5206, due to the higher cotton content. Yarns made from uncombed fibres, even if blended and multiple, would fall under HS 5206.3x (e.g., HS 520632 for similar decitex range), as the "combed" characteristic is a key differentiator. Additionally, yarns put up for retail sale are classified under HS 5207 (e.g., HS 520790 for blended yarns), regardless of their other properties. Confusion may also arise with other subheadings within HS 5206.4x (e.g., HS 520641, 520643, 520644) if the decitex (fineness) range does not precisely match the 714.28 to 232.56 decitex specification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 520642 (the code used for blended combed plied cotton yarn), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 520642 (the code used for blended combed plied cotton yarn) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 21% 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 520642, not only blended combed plied cotton yarn.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $46M 64% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $12M 17% of world exports
- 3 India $8.9M 12% of world exports
World total: $73M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$15M 21% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Cambodia* ~$14M 19% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Thailand $14M 19% of world imports
World total: $73M 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 blended combed plied cotton yarn
Brazil classifies blended combed plied cotton yarn under NCM 5206.42.00: HS 5206.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about blended combed plied cotton yarn
What is the HS code for Blended combed plied cotton yarn?
The HS code for Blended combed plied cotton yarn is 520642 (Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale). The HS code for blended combed plied cotton yarn, specifically when it contains less than 85% by weight of cotton, has a fineness of 714.28 to 232.56 decitex per single yarn, and is not for retail sale, is 520642.
How do I classify Blended combed plied cotton yarn for customs?
Blended combed plied cotton yarn is classified under HS code 520642 — Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, 714.28 to 232.56 decitex (15 to 43 metric number) per single yarn, not for retail sale. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the significance of "combed fibres" in cotton yarn classification?
The term "combed fibres" is a critical classification criterion for cotton yarn. Combing is a mechanical process that removes short fibers, neps, and impurities, aligning the remaining longer fibers parallel to each other. This results in a smoother, stronger, more lustrous, and more uniform yarn compared to uncombed (carded) yarn. This distinction significantly impacts the yarn's quality, end-use applications, and its specific HS subheading within Chapter 52.
Which countries are the top exporters of blended combed plied cotton yarn (HS 520642)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 520642 (the code used for blended combed plied cotton yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($46M, 64% of world exports), Hong Kong ($12M) and India ($8.9M). World exports came to about $73M, 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 blended combed plied cotton yarn (HS 520642)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 520642 (the code used for blended combed plied cotton yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $15M, 21% of world imports), Cambodia (about $14M) and Thailand ($14M). World imports came to about $73M, 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 Blended combed plied cotton yarn the same in all countries?
The base HS code 520642 for Blended combed plied cotton yarn 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 blended combed plied cotton yarn in Brazil?
In Brazil, blended combed plied cotton yarn (HS 520642) is classified under NCM 5206.42.00.