HS Code for Heavy greige cotton fabric

Classification of heavy greige cotton fabric under HS code 5209.11 is determined by four specific technical criteria defined in the Harmonized System. First, the fiber composition must be at least 85% cotton by weight, which classifies it as a cotton fabric rather than a blend. Second, the fabric must be in its unbleached or "greige" state, meaning it has not undergone any chemical whitening or dyeing processes after the weaving stage. Third, the weave must be a plain weave, the simplest form of textile construction where warp and weft threads cross alternately. Finally, the weight must exceed 200 grams per square meter (g/m2), placing it in the "heavy" category. This code is typically used for industrial-grade canvases, heavy upholstery bases, and raw materials for further textile processing. The unbleached state is critical for classification, as it represents the rawest form of the woven textile before finishing.

Products Included

• Unbleached heavy cotton canvas
• Greige cotton duck fabric over 200g/m2
• Raw plain-weave cotton upholstery base
• Heavy industrial cotton filter cloth (unbleached)

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with HS code 5208.11, which also covers unbleached plain weave cotton but is restricted to fabrics weighing 200g/m2 or less. Additionally, if the fabric has undergone any bleaching process, it must be moved to 5209.21. If the weave is a twill rather than a plain weave, it falls under 5209.12.

FAQ

What is the HS code for heavy greige cotton fabric?

The HS code for woven fabrics containing 85% or more cotton, unbleached, in a plain weave, and weighing more than 200g/m2 is 5209.11.

Does "greige" mean the same as unbleached?

Yes, in textile terminology, greige refers to fabric that has been woven but not yet subjected to bleaching, dyeing, or finishing processes.