Product classification
HS code for Dyed cotton blend twill: 5211.32
Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill.
Classification of dyed cotton blend twill under HS 5211.32
The classification of dyed cotton blend twill under HS code 5211.32 is determined by three primary technical factors: fiber composition, fabric weight, and weave structure. This specific code applies to woven fabrics where cotton constitutes less than 85% of the total weight, but is mixed primarily or solely with man-made fibers such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. Furthermore, the fabric must exceed a weight of 200 grams per square meter (g/m2) and feature a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, which includes cross twill patterns. The term \"dyed\" refers to fabrics that have been dyed a single uniform color in the piece after the weaving process is complete. This classification is essential for distinguishing heavy-duty blended textiles used in industrial workwear or durable outerwear from lighter varieties or those with higher cotton concentrations. The 200g/m2 threshold is a critical dividing line in Chapter 52, separating heavy fabrics from medium and light ones. Customs authorities look for the diagonal ribbing pattern characteristic of twill to confirm the weave type and perform laboratory analysis to verify the exact fiber blend percentages.
- Covers
- Heavyweight dyed cotton-polyester blend twill
- Dyed cotton-nylon twill weighing over 200g/m2
- 3-thread dyed cotton blend workwear fabric
- 4-thread dyed cotton blend upholstery twill
- Dyed cross twill fabrics with less than 85% cotton
- Also under 5211.32
- Fabric for Levi's non-denim twill pants
- Carhartt canvas (twill versions)
- Dickies work shirts
- military uniform fabrics
- heavy-duty chef's coat fabric
Codes often confused with 5211.32
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 5209.32, which covers similar twill fabrics that contain 85% or more cotton by weight. Another common error involves HS code 5211.31, which is reserved for plain weave fabrics rather than twill. Additionally, if the synthetic fiber content exceeds the cotton content by weight, the fabric might be classified under Chapter 55 (e.g., 5514), depending on the specific blend and weight.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521132 (the code used for dyed cotton blend twill), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521132 (the code used for dyed cotton blend twill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 25% 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 521132, not only dyed cotton blend twill.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $162M 58% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $15M 5.4% of world exports
- 3 Germany $12M 4.2% of world exports
World total: $280M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$64M 25% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$37M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Cambodia* ~$18M 6.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $259M 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 dyed cotton blend twill
Brazil classifies dyed cotton blend twill under NCM 5211.32.00: HS 5211.32 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 twill
What is the HS code for Dyed cotton blend twill?
The HS code for Dyed cotton blend twill is 521132 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill). The HS code for dyed cotton blend twill containing less than 85% cotton and weighing more than 200g/m2 is 5211.32.
How do I classify Dyed cotton blend twill for customs?
Dyed cotton blend twill is classified under HS code 521132 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does weight affect the classification of this fabric?
If the fabric weighs 200g/m2 or less, it would be classified under heading 5210 instead of 5211, even if the fiber blend and weave remain the same.
Which countries are the top exporters of dyed cotton blend twill (HS 521132)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521132 (the code used for dyed cotton blend twill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($162M, 58% of world exports), Pakistan ($15M) and Germany ($12M). World exports came to about $280M, 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 twill (HS 521132)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521132 (the code used for dyed cotton blend twill) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $64M, 25% of world imports), Vietnam (about $37M) and Cambodia (about $18M). World imports came to about $259M, 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 Dyed cotton blend twill the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521132 for Dyed cotton blend twill 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 twill in Brazil?
In Brazil, dyed cotton blend twill (HS 521132) is classified under NCM 5211.32.00.