Product classification
HS code for heavy striped cotton: 5212.24
Fabrics, woven, of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52.
Classification of heavy striped cotton under HS 5212.24
HS code 5212.24 is designated for heavy woven cotton fabrics made from yarns of different colors, weighing more than 200 grams per square meter. This category includes fabrics that are woven using pre-dyed yarns to create patterns such as stripes, checks, or plaids within the structure of the weave itself. This is distinct from printed fabrics, where the pattern is applied to the surface of a finished cloth. The classification falls under the "other" woven fabrics of cotton heading (5212), which serves as a catch-all for textiles that do not meet the specific weave or composition criteria of headings 5208 through 5211. To be classified under 5212.24, the fabric must be woven, cotton must be the predominant fiber by weight, and the weight must exceed the 200g/m2 threshold. These fabrics are frequently used in the manufacturing of high-quality outdoor furniture covers, heavy-duty awnings, and specialized upholstery where the durability of yarn-dyed patterns is preferred over surface prints.
- Covers
- Heavy striped cotton canvas (yarn-dyed)
- Heavy woven cotton checks and plaids
- Multi-colored yarn heavy cotton upholstery
- Yarn-dyed cotton-rich blends (>200g/m2)
- Heavyweight chambray (if >200g/m2 and not in 5209)
- Also under 5212.24
- Heavy plaid flannel shirts
- Striped denim for workwear
- Yarn-dyed upholstery from Kravet
- Checked canvas for outdoor furniture
- Patterned heavy cotton from Cone Mills
Codes often confused with 5212.24
Common mistake. HS code 5209.41 (plain weave, yarns of different colors, >200g) is the most common error. 5212.24 is reserved for fabrics that do not meet the plain weave or twill definitions of 5209 or the 85% cotton content rule. It is also confused with 5212.25 (printed) when the pattern is a simple stripe. The key is to determine if the color is in the yarn before weaving or applied to the surface after.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521224 (the code used for heavy striped cotton), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521224 (the code used for heavy striped cotton) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% 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 521224, not only heavy striped cotton.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $23M 40% of world exports
- 2 Italy $13M 22% of world exports
- 3 France $4.4M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $58M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$7.9M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$7.3M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $4.6M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $59M 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 striped cotton
Brazil classifies heavy striped cotton under NCM 5212.24.00: HS 5212.24 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about heavy striped cotton
What is the HS code for heavy striped cotton?
The HS code for heavy striped cotton is 521224 (Fabrics, woven; of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52). The HS code for woven cotton fabrics of yarns of different colors weighing more than 200g/m2 is 5212.24.
How do I classify heavy striped cotton for customs?
heavy striped cotton is classified under HS code 521224 — Fabrics, woven; of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, n.e.c. in chapter 52. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are checks and plaids included in this code?
Yes, any pattern created by using yarns of different colors during the weaving process, including checks, plaids, and stripes, falls under this classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of heavy striped cotton (HS 521224)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521224 (the code used for heavy striped cotton) in UN Comtrade data were China ($23M, 40% of world exports), Italy ($13M) and France ($4.4M). World exports came to about $58M, 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 striped cotton (HS 521224)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521224 (the code used for heavy striped cotton) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $7.9M, 13% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $7.3M) and Spain ($4.6M). World imports came to about $59M, 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 striped cotton the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521224 for heavy striped cotton 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 striped cotton in Brazil?
In Brazil, heavy striped cotton (HS 521224) is classified under NCM 5212.24.00.