Product classification
HS code for Yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric: 5210.49
Fabrics, woven, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.4.
Classification of yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric under HS 5210.49
HS code 5210.49 is designated for woven fabrics where cotton constitutes less than 85% of the total weight, typically blended with man-made fibers such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic. This specific subheading applies to fabrics weighing no more than 200 grams per square meter (g/m2), which classifies them as lightweight to medium-weight materials. The term "yarn-dyed" refers to the use of yarns of different colors during the weaving process, as opposed to piece-dyeing or printing the fabric after it is woven. The "n.e.c." (not elsewhere classified) designation indicates that the weave structure is not a plain weave or a standard 3-thread or 4-thread twill, often including more complex or specialty weaves. This classification ensures that blended textiles used for shirting and light apparel are correctly identified based on their fiber ratio, weight, and coloring method.
- Covers
- Lightweight cotton-polyester blended dobby fabrics
- Yarn-dyed cotton-synthetic blends with jacquard patterns
- Oxford fabrics with mixed fiber content under 200g/m2
- Checked or striped blended shirting fabrics with complex weaves
- Lightweight blended poplins using yarns of different colors
- Also under 5210.49
- Zara patterned twill shirts
- Brooks Brothers striped sateen
- Ralph Lauren plaid blazers (lightweight)
- Uniqlo textured blend trousers
- H&M patterned skirts
Codes often confused with 5210.49
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 5208.49, which covers similar yarn-dyed fabrics but requires a cotton content of 85% or more. Another common error involves HS code 5211.49; while both cover cotton blends, 5211 is strictly for fabrics weighing more than 200g/m2. Additionally, if the fabric is a simple plain weave, it should be classified under 5210.41 rather than 5210.49. Importers must verify the exact weight and the percentage of man-made fibers to avoid these common errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 521049 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 521049 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 26% 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 521049, not only yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $88M 61% of world exports
- 2 Italy $10M 7.1% of world exports
- 3 India $8.4M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $146M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$36M 26% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$25M 19% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $9.7M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $137M 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 codes for yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric
Brazil splits HS 5210.49 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5210.49.10Yarn-dyed cotton-mix 3/4-thread twill, to 200 g/m²
- 5210.49.90Yarn-dyed cotton-mix, other weaves, up to 200 g/m²
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric
What is the HS code for Yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric?
The HS code for Yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric is 521049 (Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.4). The HS code is 5210.49 for fabrics containing less than 85% cotton, mixed with man-made fibers, weighing 200g/m2 or less, with non-standard weaves.
How do I classify Yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric for customs?
Yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric is classified under HS code 521049 — Fabrics, woven; containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing 200g/m2 or less, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5210.4. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between 5210.49 and 5211.49?
The primary distinction is the weight of the fabric. HS code 5210.49 is for fabrics weighing 200g/m2 or less, whereas 5211.49 is for those weighing more than 200g/m2.
Which countries are the top exporters of yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric (HS 521049)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 521049 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($88M, 61% of world exports), Italy ($10M) and India ($8.4M). World exports came to about $146M, 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 yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric (HS 521049)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 521049 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $36M, 26% of world imports), Vietnam (about $25M) and Indonesia ($9.7M). World imports came to about $137M, 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 Yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 521049 for Yarn-dyed 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 yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 521049 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for yarn-dyed cotton blend fabric depends on the product's details: 5210.49.10 (Yarn-dyed cotton-mix 3/4-thread twill, to 200 g/m²), 5210.49.90 (Yarn-dyed cotton-mix, other weaves, up to 200 g/m²).