Product classification

HS code for Heavy bleached twill: 5209.22

Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2.

Classification of heavy bleached twill under HS 5209.22

Heavy bleached twill is classified under HS code 5209.22. This classification falls under Chapter 52 of the Harmonized System, which is dedicated to cotton. To qualify for this code, the fabric must meet four specific criteria: it must contain 85% or more cotton by weight, it must be bleached, it must have a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave (including cross twill), and it must weigh more than 200 grams per square meter (g/m2). Twill is characterized by its diagonal rib pattern, which provides greater durability and soil resistance compared to plain weaves. The bleaching process ensures the fabric is white or off-white, prepared for printing or use in finished goods. This code is essential for heavy-duty apparel like denim-style workwear or high-quality upholstery where high cotton content is preferred.

Covers
  • Bleached 3-thread cotton twill > 200g/m2
  • Bleached 4-thread cotton cross twill > 200g/m2
  • Heavy bleached drill fabrics (85%+ cotton)
  • Bleached cotton gabardine weighing over 200g/m2
Also under 5209.22
  • White chef coat fabric
  • bleached heavy cotton uniform twill
  • bleached twill for medical scrubs
  • white denim fabric

Codes often confused with 5209.22

Common mistake. Heavy bleached twill is frequently confused with HS code 5208.23, which covers bleached twill fabrics that weigh 200g/m2 or less. It is also often misclassified under 5209.21, which is for bleached fabrics of a plain weave rather than a twill weave. Additionally, if the fabric contains less than 85% cotton, it must be moved to heading 5211, specifically 5211.20 if it is a bleached blend.

5208.23Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m25209.21Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m252.11Woven fabrics of cotton, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m25211.20Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, bleached

Top exporters and importers of HS 520922 (the code used for heavy bleached twill), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 520922 (the code used for heavy bleached twill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 22% 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 520922, not only heavy bleached twill.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $47M
  2. 2 Pakistan $25M
  3. 3 Spain $17M

World total: $164M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$32M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$13M
  3. 3 Colombia $12M

World total: $143M 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 heavy bleached twill

Brazil classifies heavy bleached twill under NCM 5209.22.00: HS 5209.22 with 00 added.

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

Questions about heavy bleached twill

What is the HS code for Heavy bleached twill?

The HS code for Heavy bleached twill is 520922 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2). The HS code for woven fabrics of 85% or more cotton, bleached, in a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, weighing more than 200g/m2 is 5209.22.

How do I classify Heavy bleached twill for customs?

Heavy bleached twill is classified under HS code 520922 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What defines a 3-thread or 4-thread twill?

This refers to the number of yarns used in the weave pattern before the diagonal repeat starts, determining the density and texture of the twill rib.

Which countries are the top exporters of heavy bleached twill (HS 520922)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 520922 (the code used for heavy bleached twill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($47M, 29% of world exports), Pakistan ($25M) and Spain ($17M). World exports came to about $164M, 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 heavy bleached twill (HS 520922)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 520922 (the code used for heavy bleached twill) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $32M, 22% of world imports), Vietnam (about $13M) and Colombia ($12M). World imports came to about $143M, 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 Heavy bleached twill the same in all countries?

The base HS code 520922 for Heavy bleached 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 heavy bleached twill in Brazil?

In Brazil, heavy bleached twill (HS 520922) is classified under NCM 5209.22.00.