Product classification

HS code for Striped cotton twill: 5208.43

Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2.

Classification of striped cotton twill under HS 5208.43

Striped cotton twill is classified under HS code 5208.43, a designation that requires the fabric to meet four specific technical criteria. First, the fabric must contain 85% or more cotton by weight, placing it in heading 52.08. Second, the weave must be a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, which includes cross twill; this is identified by the diagonal ribbing on the fabric surface. Third, the fabric must be 'of yarns of different colors,' meaning the stripes are woven into the structure using pre-dyed yarns. Finally, the fabric must weigh no more than 200 grams per square meter (g/m2). This classification follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Twill fabrics are often used in shirting and lightweight trousers, and the specific thread count and weight are essential for distinguishing this code from heavier industrial fabrics.

Covers
  • Lightweight striped cotton chino fabric
  • Striped cotton drill weighing under 200g/m2
  • Yarn-dyed striped cotton gabardine (lightweight)
  • 3-thread striped cotton denim (under 200g/m2)
  • Striped cotton ticking fabrics meeting weight requirements
Also under 5208.43
  • Levi's (lighter yarn-dyed denim)
  • Gap (chambray twill shirts)
  • Tommy Hilfiger (patterned twill)
  • Diesel (light twill jeans)

Codes often confused with 5208.43

Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 5209.43, which is used for identical fabrics that weigh more than 200g/m2. Importers also frequently confuse this with 5208.42, which covers plain weave fabrics rather than twill. If the stripes are printed on the fabric rather than woven with dyed yarns, the correct classification would be 5208.52 or 5208.59 depending on the weave and weight.

5209.43Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m25208.42Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m25208.52Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m25208.59Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.5, weighing not more than 200g/m2

Top exporters and importers of HS 520843 (the code used for striped cotton twill), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 520843 (the code used for striped cotton twill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 35% 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 520843, not only striped cotton twill.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $189M
  2. 2 India $39M
  3. 3 Italy $16M

World total: $305M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bangladesh* ~$101M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$46M
  3. 3 Indonesia $32M

World total: $286M 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 striped cotton twill

Brazil classifies striped cotton twill under NCM 5208.43.00: HS 5208.43 with 00 added.

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

Questions about striped cotton twill

What is the HS code for Striped cotton twill?

The HS code for Striped cotton twill is 520843 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2).

How do I classify Striped cotton twill for customs?

Striped cotton twill is classified under HS code 520843 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing not more than 200g/m2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the HS code for striped cotton twill under 200g?

The correct HS code is 5208.43, provided the cotton content is at least 85% and the stripes are yarn-dyed.

What if my striped cotton twill weighs 250g/m2?

If the fabric exceeds 200g/m2, it is classified under HS code 5209.43, as heading 52.09 is dedicated to heavy-weight cotton fabrics.

Which countries are the top exporters of striped cotton twill (HS 520843)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 520843 (the code used for striped cotton twill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($189M, 62% of world exports), India ($39M) and Italy ($16M). World exports came to about $305M, 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 striped cotton twill (HS 520843)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 520843 (the code used for striped cotton twill) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $101M, 35% of world imports), Vietnam (about $46M) and Indonesia ($32M). World imports came to about $286M, 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 Striped cotton twill the same in all countries?

The base HS code 520843 for Striped cotton 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 striped cotton twill in Brazil?

In Brazil, striped cotton twill (HS 520843) is classified under NCM 5208.43.00.