Product classification
HS code for Multi-color cotton blend fabric: 5407.83
Fabrics, woven, of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of yarns of different colours.
Classification of multi-color cotton blend fabric under HS 5407.83
The classification of multi-color cotton blend fabric under HS code 5407.83 is based on several technical criteria: the type of yarn, the weight distribution of fibers, and the coloring process. Heading 5407 covers woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. Subheading 5407.83 specifically applies to fabrics containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton. Furthermore, the suffix .83 indicates that the fabric is made of yarns of different colours (often referred to as yarn-dyed or multi-color). This classification is precise because it accounts for the dominance of synthetic filaments (even if less than 85%), the specific blending partner (cotton), and the aesthetic finish (multi-color). If the fabric were printed or dyed a single color, it would fall under 5407.84 or 5407.82, respectively. The determination requires a laboratory analysis of fiber content and a visual inspection of the weaving pattern. This code is vital for the textile industry as it distinguishes high-performance synthetic blends from pure natural fibers. The yarns of different colors designation is particularly important for customs valuation, as these fabrics often involve more complex manufacturing processes than plain-dyed fabrics.
- Covers
- Yarn-dyed synthetic/cotton blends
- Multi-color woven polyester/cotton fabric
- Jacquard woven synthetic filament/cotton fabric
- Striped or checkered synthetic/cotton blends
- Also under 5407.83
- Ralph Lauren oxford shirts (blends)
- Zara blended trousers
- H&M patterned blouses
- Sunbrella outdoor fabrics (some blends)
- IKEA sofa covers (blended patterns)
Codes often confused with 5407.83
Common mistake. This fabric is often misclassified under HS code 5210 if the cotton content exceeds 85% by weight. It is also confused with 5407.82 (plain dyed) or 5407.84 (printed) if the multi-color effect is achieved through printing rather than using different colored yarns in the weave.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540783 (the code used for multi-color cotton blend fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540783 (the code used for multi-color cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Cambodia, with about 8.2% 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 540783, not only multi-color cotton blend fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $51M 40% of world exports
- 2 Italy $21M 16% of world exports
- 3 Spain $17M 13% of world exports
World total: $126M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Cambodia* ~$8.7M 8.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$7.0M 6.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Netherlands $6.6M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $105M 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 multi-color cotton blend fabric
Brazil classifies multi-color cotton blend fabric under NCM 5407.83.00: HS 5407.83 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about multi-color cotton blend fabric
What is the HS code for Multi-color cotton blend fabric?
The HS code for Multi-color cotton blend fabric is 540783 (Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of yarns of different colours). The HS code for woven fabric of synthetic filaments (<85%) mixed with cotton and made of yarns of different colors is 5407.83.
How do I classify Multi-color cotton blend fabric for customs?
Multi-color cotton blend fabric is classified under HS code 540783 — Fabrics, woven; of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of yarns of different colours. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the fabric is 100% synthetic?
If the fabric is 100% synthetic filament, it would be classified under other subheadings of 5407, such as 5407.43 or 5407.53, depending on the type of polymer.
Which countries are the top exporters of multi-color cotton blend fabric (HS 540783)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540783 (the code used for multi-color cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($51M, 40% of world exports), Italy ($21M) and Spain ($17M). World exports came to about $126M, 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 multi-color cotton blend fabric (HS 540783)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540783 (the code used for multi-color cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Cambodia (about $8.7M, 8.2% of world imports), Vietnam (about $7.0M) and the Netherlands ($6.6M). World imports came to about $105M, 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 Multi-color cotton blend fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540783 for Multi-color cotton blend 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 multi-color cotton blend fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, multi-color cotton blend fabric (HS 540783) is classified under NCM 5407.83.00.