HS Code for Unbleached cotton blend fabric

HS code 5210.19 is used for woven fabrics containing less than 85% cotton by weight, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers, that are unbleached and weigh no more than 200g/m2. This classification is part of Chapter 52, which covers cotton and cotton-based textiles. Heading 5210 is specific to "blended" fabrics where cotton is the minority component by weight compared to synthetic or artificial fibers. The "unbleached" status refers to fabric in its natural state after weaving, before any dyeing, printing, or bleaching processes have occurred. Subheading 5210.19 is a residual category for weaves that do not fall under plain weave (5210.11). This classification requires precise laboratory testing to confirm the percentage of cotton versus man-made fibers and the weight per square meter to ensure compliance with the 200g/m2 limit. The use of man-made fibers, such as polyester or nylon, in the blend provides durability and wrinkle resistance, which is common in industrial and apparel textiles.

Products Included

• Unbleached cotton-polyester blends (< 85% cotton)
• Satin or twill weave cotton blends (unbleached, < 200g/m2)
• Unbleached poplin blends
• Grey cloth (cotton/synthetic blend)
• Woven fabrics for further processing (unbleached)

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 5208, which covers fabrics with 85% or more cotton. It is also frequently mixed up with 5210.11, which is specifically for plain weave fabrics; 5210.19 is for "other" weaves. Furthermore, if the fabric exceeds 200g/m2, it must be classified under heading 5211. If the fabric has been bleached, even slightly, it moves to 5210.21 or 5210.29. Finally, if the man-made fiber content is the majority, it might be incorrectly placed in Chapter 54 or 55.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Unbleached cotton blend fabric?

The HS code for unbleached woven cotton blend fabric (less than 85% cotton, mixed with man-made fibers, weighing 200g/m2 or less) is 5210.19.

How is "unbleached" defined for this fabric?

Unbleached fabric, also known as "grey" or "greige" cloth, is fabric that has not been bleached, dyed, or printed. It retains the natural color of the fibers and may contain impurities from the weaving process.