Product classification

HS code for Dyed cotton blend fabric: 5210.39

Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.3.

Classification of dyed cotton blend fabric under HS 5210.39

The classification 5210.39 applies to woven fabrics that are primarily composed of cotton but contain less than 85% cotton by weight. These fabrics must be mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers (either synthetic or artificial) and must have a total weight not exceeding 200 grams per square meter (g/m2). The "dyed" status indicates the fabric has been colored after weaving. Subheading 5210.39 is a residual category for dyed fabrics that do not feature a plain, twill, or satin weave specifically mentioned in other 5210.3 subheadings. This code is frequently used for lightweight poly-cotton blends used in shirting and uniforms where the cotton content is significant but not dominant. The weight limit of 200g/m2 is a strict requirement for this heading; heavier fabrics are classified elsewhere.

Covers
  • Dyed cotton-polyester blend (less than 85% cotton)
  • Dyed cotton-viscose blend woven fabric
  • Lightweight dyed cotton-nylon blends
  • Dyed poplin blends under 200g/m2
  • Dyed dobby weave cotton blends
Also under 5210.39
  • Brooks Brothers sateen shirts
  • Ralph Lauren dobby weave polos
  • Tommy Hilfiger blended textured shirts
  • Zara textured blouses
  • H&M dyed sateen dresses

Codes often confused with 5210.39

Common mistake. Common errors include using HS code 5208.39, which is for fabrics containing 85% or more cotton. Another error is using 5211.39, which is for cotton blends weighing more than 200g/m2. Additionally, if the fabric is mixed mainly with wool rather than man-made fibers, it would be classified under Chapter 52 but a different subheading, or potentially Chapter 51 depending on the weight ratios.

Top exporters and importers of HS 521039 (the code used for dyed cotton blend fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521039 (the code used for dyed cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sri Lanka, with 10% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 9.0% of its imports here ($1.8M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 521039, not only dyed cotton blend fabric.

Top exporters 2025 ยท share of world exports

  1. 1 China $48M
  2. 2 Tรผrkiye $24M
  3. 3 Italy $13M

World total: $132M Reported figures on UN Comtrade โ†—

Top importers 2025 ยท share of world imports

  1. 1 Sri Lanka $13M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$13M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$12M

Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 9.0% of its imports here ($1.8M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

World total: $130M Reported figures on UN Comtrade โ†—

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 dyed cotton blend fabric

Brazil classifies dyed cotton blend fabric under NCM 5210.39.00: HS 5210.39 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about dyed cotton blend fabric

What is the HS code for Dyed cotton blend fabric?

The HS code for Dyed cotton blend fabric is 521039 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.3). For fabrics with less than 85% cotton mixed with man-made fibers and weighing 200g/m2 or less, the HS code is 5210.39.

How do I classify Dyed cotton blend fabric for customs?

Dyed cotton blend fabric is classified under HS code 521039 โ€” Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.3. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What happens if the cotton blend fabric weighs more than 200g/m2?

If the fabric exceeds 200g/m2, it must be classified under heading 5211 instead of 5210.

Which countries are the top exporters of dyed cotton blend fabric (HS 521039)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521039 (the code used for dyed cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($48M, 36% of world exports), Tรผrkiye ($24M) and Italy ($13M). World exports came to about $132M, 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 dyed cotton blend fabric (HS 521039)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 521039 (the code used for dyed cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Sri Lanka ($13M, 10% of world imports), Vietnam (about $13M) and Bangladesh (about $12M). World imports came to about $130M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 9.0% of its imports here ($1.8M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

Is the HS code for Dyed cotton blend fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 521039 for Dyed 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 dyed cotton blend fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, dyed cotton blend fabric (HS 521039) is classified under NCM 5210.39.00.