Product classification

HS code for Heavy multi-color blend: 5211.49

Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.4.

Classification of heavy multi-color blend under HS 5211.49

HS code 5211.49 is applied to woven fabrics that are primarily cotton but contain less than 85% cotton by weight, specifically blended with man-made fibers such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. The classification requires the fabric to weigh more than 200g/m2. A defining characteristic of this code is that the fabric is made of "yarns of different colors," which means the pattern (such as stripes, checks, or multi-colored textures) is created during the weaving process using pre-dyed yarns. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere classified) designation indicates that the weave structure is not a standard plain weave or a specific twill weave mentioned in other subheadings. This fabric is often used for durable workwear, heavy-duty uniforms, and decorative home textiles where the strength of synthetic fibers is required alongside the comfort of cotton.

Covers
  • Heavy cotton-polyester blended yarn-dyed stripes
  • Multi-color jacquard blends (>200g/m2, <85% cotton)
  • Heavyweight blended checks for workwear
  • Dobby weave blended fabrics with multi-colored yarns
Also under 5211.49
  • Dedar (jacquard upholstery fabrics)
  • Maharam (specialty woven textiles)
  • Sunbrella (performance outdoor fabrics)
  • Kvadrat (designer woven fabrics)

Codes often confused with 5211.49

Common mistake. It is often confused with HS code 5209.49, which covers similar multi-color fabrics but requires a cotton content of 85% or more. It may also be confused with 5210.49 if the weight is 200g/m2 or less. If the fabric is a denim construction, it should be classified under 5211.42 regardless of the multi-color yarn designation.

5209.49Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.4, weighing more than 200g/m25210.49Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.45211.42Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, denim

Top exporters and importers of HS 521149 (the code used for heavy multi-color blend), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521149 (the code used for heavy multi-color blend) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Colombia, with 11% of world imports. Bangladesh 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 14% of its imports here ($3.5M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 521149, not only heavy multi-color blend.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $162M
  2. 2 Italy $47M
  3. 3 Pakistan $16M

World total: $305M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Colombia $28M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$23M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$22M

Bangladesh 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 14% of its imports here ($3.5M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

World total: $254M 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 multi-color blend

Brazil classifies heavy multi-color blend under NCM 5211.49.00: HS 5211.49 with 00 added.

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

Questions about heavy multi-color blend

What is the HS code for Heavy multi-color blend?

The HS code for Heavy multi-color blend is 521149 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.4). The HS code for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton, mixed with man-made fibers, weighing over 200g/m2, and made of yarns of different colors (n.e.c.) is 5211.49.

How do I classify Heavy multi-color blend for customs?

Heavy multi-color blend is classified under HS code 521149 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.4. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What does "yarns of different colors" mean for customs?

It refers to fabrics woven from yarns of different colors or shades of the same color, creating a pattern within the weave rather than being printed or piece-dyed.

Which countries are the top exporters of heavy multi-color blend (HS 521149)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521149 (the code used for heavy multi-color blend) in UN Comtrade data were China ($162M, 53% of world exports), Italy ($47M) and Pakistan ($16M). World exports came to about $305M, 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 multi-color blend (HS 521149)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 521149 (the code used for heavy multi-color blend) in UN Comtrade data were Colombia ($28M, 11% of world imports), Vietnam (about $23M) and Bangladesh (about $22M). World imports came to about $254M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Bangladesh 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 14% of its imports here ($3.5M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.

Is the HS code for Heavy multi-color blend the same in all countries?

The base HS code 521149 for Heavy multi-color blend 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 multi-color blend in Brazil?

In Brazil, heavy multi-color blend (HS 521149) is classified under NCM 5211.49.00.