Product classification
HS code for Heavy printed blend: 5211.59
Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.5.
Classification of heavy printed blend under HS 5211.59
Classification under HS code 5211.59 involves woven fabrics that are a blend of cotton (less than 85%) and man-made fibers, weighing over 200g/m2, and featuring a printed design. Printing is the process of applying color in specific patterns or designs to the surface of the finished fabric, rather than weaving the pattern with colored yarns. The "n.e.c." weave designation means the base fabric construction is something other than a standard plain or twill weave, such as satin or complex dobby weaves. These fabrics are highly versatile, combining the durability and wrinkle resistance of synthetic fibers like polyester with the comfort of cotton. They are frequently used in the production of heavy curtains, furniture covers, and patterned outerwear where both aesthetic appeal and physical robustness are required.
- Covers
- Printed heavy cotton-polyester upholstery fabric
- Heavy blended satin weave with printed patterns
- Printed heavy-duty blended home textiles
- Patterned heavy outerwear fabric (blended cotton)
- Also under 5211.59
- Ralph Lauren Home (decorative fabrics)
- Missoni (unique woven patterns)
- Maharam (architectural textiles)
- Schumacher
- Osborne & Little.
Codes often confused with 5211.59
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 5211.51, which is specifically for printed plain weave blends. It is also confused with 5209.59, which is for printed fabrics containing 85% or more cotton. If the fabric is dyed a solid color rather than printed with a pattern, it would fall under the 5211.3x series.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521159 (the code used for heavy printed blend), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521159 (the code used for heavy printed blend) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bulgaria, with 34% 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 521159, not only heavy printed blend.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $19M 25% of world exports
- 2 China $13M 16% of world exports
- 3 France $10M 14% of world exports
World total: $78M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bulgaria $40M 34% of world imports
- 2 Tunisia* ~$10M 8.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 France $7.6M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $118M 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 printed blend
Brazil classifies heavy printed blend under NCM 5211.59.00: HS 5211.59 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about heavy printed blend
What is the HS code for Heavy printed blend?
The HS code for Heavy printed blend is 521159 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.5). The HS code for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton, mixed with man-made fibers, weighing over 200g/m2, and printed (n.e.c. weave) is 5211.59.
How do I classify Heavy printed blend for customs?
Heavy printed blend is classified under HS code 521159 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5211.5. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What qualifies as a "printed" fabric?
A fabric is considered printed if it has designs or patterns applied to its surface via methods like screen, rotary, or digital printing after the weaving process.
Which countries are the top exporters of heavy printed blend (HS 521159)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521159 (the code used for heavy printed blend) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($19M, 25% of world exports), China ($13M) and France ($10M). World exports came to about $78M, 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 printed blend (HS 521159)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521159 (the code used for heavy printed blend) in UN Comtrade data were Bulgaria ($40M, 34% of world imports), Tunisia (about $10M) and France ($7.6M). World imports came to about $118M, 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 printed blend the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521159 for Heavy printed 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 printed blend in Brazil?
In Brazil, heavy printed blend (HS 521159) is classified under NCM 5211.59.00.