Product classification

HS code for Lightweight twill fabric: 5210.32

Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill.

Classification of lightweight twill fabric under HS 5210.32

HS code 5210.32 is designated for woven fabrics where cotton is the predominant fiber by weight, but accounts for less than 85% of the total composition. These fabrics are mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers, which can include synthetic staple fibers like polyester or artificial fibers like rayon. The fabric must be lightweight, defined here as weighing 200 grams per square meter (g/m2) or less. A critical requirement for this classification is the weave structure: it must be a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. Twill is identified by the diagonal lines or ribs on the fabric surface. Finally, the fabric must be dyed, meaning it has been immersed in a color bath after weaving. This classification is common for apparel fabrics that require the breathability of cotton combined with the durability of synthetic fibers.

Covers
  • Dyed cotton-polyester twill shirting
  • Lightweight dyed cotton-nylon chino fabric
  • 3-thread dyed cotton blend twill under 200g/m2
  • 4-thread dyed cotton-rich drill fabric (lightweight)
Also under 5210.32
  • Levi's twill shirts
  • Uniqlo blended chinos
  • Dickies lightweight work shirts
  • H&M blended skirts
  • Zara dyed twill blouses

Codes often confused with 5210.32

Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these fabrics under HS code 5208.39, which is for 100% cotton (or >=85% cotton) dyed fabrics. Another misclassification occurs with HS code 5210.31, which is for plain weave fabrics of the same fiber blend and weight. If the fabric is bleached rather than dyed, it should be classified under 5210.22. Furthermore, if the weight exceeds 200g/m2, the fabric moves to heading 5211. Importers must also ensure the cotton predominates by weight over the man-made fibers to remain in Chapter 52.

5208.39Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.3 weighing not more than 200g/m25210.31Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, plain weave52.11Woven fabrics of cotton, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS 521032 (the code used for lightweight twill fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521032 (the code used for lightweight twill fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 23% 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 521032, not only lightweight twill fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $48M
  2. 2 India $9.9M
  3. 3 Italy $5.3M

World total: $101M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$20M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$17M
  3. 3 Sri Lanka $6.6M

World total: $86M 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 lightweight twill fabric

Brazil classifies lightweight twill fabric under NCM 5210.32.00: HS 5210.32 with 00 added.

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

Questions about lightweight twill fabric

What is the HS code for Lightweight twill fabric?

The HS code for Lightweight twill fabric is 521032 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill). The HS code for lightweight dyed twill fabric (<85% cotton, mixed with man-made fibers, <= 200g/m2) is 5210.32.

How do I classify Lightweight twill fabric for customs?

Lightweight twill fabric is classified under HS code 521032 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the difference between 3-thread and 4-thread twill?

These terms refer to the number of yarns used in the repeating pattern of the twill weave. A 3-thread twill (like denim) has a pattern that repeats every three threads, while a 4-thread twill repeats every four, affecting the angle and visibility of the diagonal rib.

Which countries are the top exporters of lightweight twill fabric (HS 521032)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521032 (the code used for lightweight twill fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($48M, 48% of world exports), India ($9.9M) and Italy ($5.3M). World exports came to about $101M, 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 lightweight twill fabric (HS 521032)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 521032 (the code used for lightweight twill fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $20M, 23% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $17M) and Sri Lanka ($6.6M). World imports came to about $86M, 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 Lightweight twill fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 521032 for Lightweight twill fabric 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 lightweight twill fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, lightweight twill fabric (HS 521032) is classified under NCM 5210.32.00.