HS Code for Heavy cotton blend twill

The classification of heavy cotton blend twill under HS code 5211.12 is strictly governed by the material composition and physical properties of the textile. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Chapter 52 notes, this code is designated for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton by weight. The cotton must be mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. The fabric must be "unbleached," which refers to textiles in the grey state as they come from the loom, before any bleaching, dyeing, or printing processes have been applied. A critical factor is the weight; the fabric must exceed 200 grams per square meter (g/m2), which distinguishes it from lighter apparel fabrics. The weave structure is also specified as a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. This weave is characterized by diagonal lines on the surface of the fabric, created by the offset of the warp and weft intersections. This specific combination of low cotton percentage, heavy weight, and twill weave ensures the fabric is correctly categorized for international trade and tariff application. The 5211 heading is essential for tracking synthetic-natural blends, which often have different duty rates than pure cotton. Importers must ensure that the man-made fiber component is significant enough to drop the cotton weight below the 85% threshold, as even a 1% difference can shift the classification to a different heading entirely.

Products Included

• Unbleached cotton-polyester twill (over 200g/m2)
• Unbleached cotton-nylon drill fabrics
• Heavy unbleached cotton-rich gabardine
• 3-thread or 4-thread unbleached blended twill

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with 5209.12, which applies to fabrics with 85% or more cotton content. Another common error is using 5514.12, which is reserved for fabrics where synthetic staple fibers predominate by weight over the cotton component.

FAQ

What is the HS code for heavy cotton blend twill?

The HS code is 5211.12 for unbleached fabrics weighing over 200g/m2 with less than 85% cotton.

Does this code include dyed fabrics?

No, dyed cotton blend twill fabrics are classified under 5211.32.