Product classification

HS code for Uncombed cotton blend yarn: 5206.12

Cotton yarn, (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale.

Classification of uncombed cotton blend yarn under HS 5206.12

The classification 520612 pertains to single cotton yarn that is composed of less than 85% cotton by weight. This yarn is typically a blend where cotton is mixed with synthetic or artificial staple fibers, such as polyester or viscose. A critical requirement for this code is that the cotton fibers must be uncombed, meaning they have not undergone the combing process that removes short fibers and aligns the remaining ones for a smoother, stronger finish. Furthermore, the yarn must fall within a specific measurement range: less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex. In the metric numbering system, this is equivalent to a range exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43. This classification is used primarily for yarns intended for industrial weaving or knitting where a high cotton content is not required and a coarser texture is acceptable. The determination of this code requires laboratory analysis to confirm the weight percentage of the cotton and the linear density of the yarn. This code is part of a hierarchical structure in Chapter 52 that organizes yarn by its composition, the degree of processing (combed vs. uncombed), and its fineness. For importers, verifying the decitex is crucial, as even a slight variation can move the product into 520611 or 520613. The yarn must not be put up for retail sale to qualify for this specific heading.

Covers
  • Single uncombed cotton-polyester blended yarn
  • Uncombed cotton-viscose yarn for industrial weaving
  • Blended cotton yarn with 50% cotton content and 30 metric number
  • Single grey (unbleached) uncombed blend yarn
Also under 5206.12
  • Reliance Industries (blended yarns)
  • Indorama Ventures (blended yarns)
  • Dickies (end product fabric)
  • Fruit of the Loom (end product fabric)

Codes often confused with 5206.12

Common mistake. Common misclassifications include 5205, which is reserved for yarns containing 85% or more cotton by weight. It is also often confused with 520622, which covers combed cotton blend yarn of the same decitex. If the yarn is put up for retail sale, it must be classified under 5207.

5206.11Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, measuring 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number), not for retail sale52.05Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale5206.22Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale52.07Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), put up for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS 520612 (the code used for uncombed cotton blend yarn), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 520612 (the code used for uncombed cotton blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 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 520612, not only uncombed cotton blend yarn.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$98M
  2. 2 China $54M
  3. 3 Türkiye $35M

World total: $329M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $117M
  2. 2 Egypt $30M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$18M

World total: $333M 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 uncombed cotton blend yarn

Brazil classifies uncombed cotton blend yarn under NCM 5206.12.00: HS 5206.12 with 00 added.

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

Questions about uncombed cotton blend yarn

What is the HS code for Uncombed cotton blend yarn?

The HS code for Uncombed cotton blend yarn is 520612 (Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale). The specific HS code for single uncombed cotton blend yarn (less than 85% cotton) between 232.56 and 714.29 decitex is 520612.

How do I classify Uncombed cotton blend yarn for customs?

Uncombed cotton blend yarn is classified under HS code 520612 — Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of uncombed fibres, less than 85% by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the difference between 520612 and 520622?

520612 is for uncombed fibers, while 520622 is for combed fibers, which are smoother and more expensive.

Which countries are the top exporters of uncombed cotton blend yarn (HS 520612)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 520612 (the code used for uncombed cotton blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $98M, 30% of world exports), China ($54M) and Türkiye ($35M). World exports came to about $329M, 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 uncombed cotton blend yarn (HS 520612)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 520612 (the code used for uncombed cotton blend yarn) in UN Comtrade data were China ($117M, 35% of world imports), Egypt ($30M) and Bangladesh (about $18M). World imports came to about $333M, 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 Uncombed cotton blend yarn the same in all countries?

The base HS code 520612 for Uncombed cotton blend yarn 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 uncombed cotton blend yarn in Brazil?

In Brazil, uncombed cotton blend yarn (HS 520612) is classified under NCM 5206.12.00.