Product classification
HS code for Heavy yarn-dyed twill: 5211.43
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, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill.
Classification of heavy yarn-dyed twill under HS 5211.43
Heavy yarn-dyed twill is classified under HS code 5211.43 because it meets specific technical criteria regarding fiber composition, weight, and weave structure. According to the Harmonized System, this code is reserved for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton by weight, where the cotton is mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers like polyester or nylon. The fabric must exceed a weight of 200 grams per square meter (g/m2), categorizing it as a heavy-weight textile. The 'yarn-dyed' designation (officially 'of yarns of different colors') means the fabric is woven from yarns that were dyed before the weaving process, creating patterns such as stripes or checks. Finally, the weave must be a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, which is characterized by the diagonal ribbing on the fabric surface. This classification ensures that durable, blended utility fabrics used in industrial workwear and heavy apparel are grouped correctly based on their physical properties and manufacturing process.
- Covers
- Heavyweight cotton-polyester blend denim-style twill
- Yarn-dyed utility fabric for industrial uniforms
- Striped or checkered heavy twill for upholstery and outerwear
- 3-thread cross twill fabrics weighing over 200g/m2
- Also under 5211.43
- Carrington Textiles (twill uniform fabrics)
- Klopman International (twill workwear fabrics)
- Arvind Ltd. (yarn-dyed twill blends)
- Milliken & Company (industrial twill blends)
Codes often confused with 5211.43
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 5209.43. The primary difference lies in the fiber blend; 5209.43 is reserved for fabrics containing 85% or more cotton by weight. If the fabric is lighter than 200g/m2, it would fall under heading 5210. Another common error involves 5211.32, which covers dyed twill fabrics; however, 5211.43 specifically requires the use of yarns of different colors rather than piece-dyeing the finished cloth. Accurate fiber analysis and weight measurement are essential to avoid these common errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521143 (the code used for heavy yarn-dyed twill), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521143 (the code used for heavy yarn-dyed twill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 86% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 37% 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 521143, not only heavy yarn-dyed twill.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $174M 86% of world exports
- 2 Italy $9.7M 4.8% of world exports
- 3 Spain $6.5M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $203M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$65M 37% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$51M 30% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Cambodia* ~$27M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $173M 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 yarn-dyed twill
Brazil classifies heavy yarn-dyed twill under NCM 5211.43.00: HS 5211.43 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about heavy yarn-dyed twill
What is the HS code for Heavy yarn-dyed twill?
The HS code for Heavy yarn-dyed twill is 521143 (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, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill). The HS code for heavy yarn-dyed twill containing less than 85% cotton and weighing over 200g/m2 is 5211.43.
How do I classify Heavy yarn-dyed twill for customs?
Heavy yarn-dyed twill is classified under HS code 521143 — 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, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include 100% cotton fabrics?
No, 100% cotton fabrics are classified under heading 5209 if they weigh more than 200g/m2, specifically 5209.43 for yarn-dyed twill versions.
Which countries are the top exporters of heavy yarn-dyed twill (HS 521143)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521143 (the code used for heavy yarn-dyed twill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($174M, 86% of world exports), Italy ($9.7M) and Spain ($6.5M). World exports came to about $203M, 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 yarn-dyed twill (HS 521143)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521143 (the code used for heavy yarn-dyed twill) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $65M, 37% of world imports), Vietnam (about $51M) and Cambodia (about $27M). World imports came to about $173M, 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 yarn-dyed twill the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521143 for Heavy yarn-dyed twill 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 yarn-dyed twill in Brazil?
In Brazil, heavy yarn-dyed twill (HS 521143) is classified under NCM 5211.43.00.