Product classification
HS code for Printed cotton blend twill: 5211.52
Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill.
Classification of printed cotton blend twill under HS 5211.52
HS code 5211.52 is the classification for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton by weight, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers, weighing more than 200g/m², and printed in a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave. This classification is highly specific regarding the construction of the textile. A twill weave is identified by the diagonal lines or ribs (wales) created by the staggered crossing of warp and weft threads. The '3-thread or 4-thread' specification refers to the number of yarns in one complete repeat of the weave pattern, including cross twills. Because these fabrics weigh over 200g/m², they are considered heavyweight and are commonly used for durable apparel like trousers, jackets, or uniforms. The printing process occurs after the fabric is woven, distinguishing it from 'yarn-dyed' twills where the colors are part of the weave itself.
- Covers
- Printed cotton-polyester heavy twill
- Printed cotton-blend drill fabrics (over 200g/m²)
- Printed cotton-synthetic gabardine
- Printed 4-thread cross twill cotton blends
- Heavyweight printed denim-look cotton blends (non-indigo)
- Also under 5211.52
- G-Star RAW (printed denim)
- Zara (printed twill garments)
- Kravet (printed upholstery twills)
- Lee (printed denim)
- Wrangler (printed twill).
Codes often confused with 5211.52
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with 5211.51, which covers plain weave fabrics of the same weight and composition. Another error involves the weight; if the fabric weighs 200g/m² or less, it must be classified under 5210.52. Importers also frequently confuse this with 5209.52, which is for fabrics containing 85% or more cotton. Additionally, if the fabric is dyed a solid color rather than printed with a pattern, it falls under 5211.32. Accurate identification of the '3-thread or 4-thread' weave is essential, as other complex weaves would fall under 5211.59.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521152 (the code used for printed cotton blend twill), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521152 (the code used for printed cotton blend twill) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Tunisia, with about 28% 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 521152, not only printed cotton blend twill.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $25M 29% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $15M 17% of world exports
- 3 China $12M 14% of world exports
World total: $86M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Tunisia* ~$20M 28% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $7.5M 10% of world imports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$6.0M 8.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $72M 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 printed cotton blend twill
Brazil classifies printed cotton blend twill under NCM 5211.52.00: HS 5211.52 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about printed cotton blend twill
What is the HS code for Printed cotton blend twill?
The HS code for Printed cotton blend twill is 521152 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill). The HS code for printed cotton blend twill (less than 85% cotton, over 200g/m²) is 5211.52.
How do I classify Printed cotton blend twill for customs?
Printed cotton blend twill is classified under HS code 521152 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200g/m2, printed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines a 3-thread or 4-thread twill?
It refers to the weave structure where the weft thread passes over two or three warp threads, creating a diagonal pattern that repeats every three or four threads.
Which countries are the top exporters of printed cotton blend twill (HS 521152)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521152 (the code used for printed cotton blend twill) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($25M, 29% of world exports), the Netherlands ($15M) and China ($12M). World exports 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.
Which countries are the top importers of printed cotton blend twill (HS 521152)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521152 (the code used for printed cotton blend twill) in UN Comtrade data were Tunisia (about $20M, 28% of world imports), Germany ($7.5M) and Bangladesh (about $6.0M). World imports came to about $72M, 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 Printed cotton blend twill the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521152 for Printed cotton blend 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 printed cotton blend twill in Brazil?
In Brazil, printed cotton blend twill (HS 521152) is classified under NCM 5211.52.00.