Product classification
HS code for Yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric: 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 yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric under HS 5208.43
HS code 5208.43 is assigned to lightweight woven fabrics that contain 85% or more cotton by weight and weigh no more than 200 grams per square meter (g/m2). The fabric must feature a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, which includes cross twill. The "yarn-dyed" designation indicates that the fabric is woven from yarns of different colors, creating patterns like fine stripes, checks, or plaids. This classification is typical for high-quality apparel fabrics used in shirts, dresses, and light trousers where the diagonal ribbing of the twill weave provides a distinct texture and drape, and the high cotton content ensures comfort and breathability.
- Covers
- Lightweight 100% cotton twill shirting
- Yarn-dyed cotton flannel (if twill weave and <200g/m2)
- 3-thread or 4-thread cotton twill for summer dresses
- Fine cotton herringbone fabrics under 200g/m2
- Yarn-dyed lightweight cotton gabardine
- 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. This code is often confused with 5209.43, which covers the same 85%+ cotton twill but for fabrics weighing more than 200g/m2. It is also frequently mistaken for 5208.41, which is for plain weave fabrics of the same weight and composition. Additionally, if the fabric is a blend with less than 85% cotton, it must be classified under 5210.43. Proper identification requires measuring the weight per square meter and confirming the thread count of the twill weave.
Top exporters and importers of HS 520843 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 520843 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric) 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 yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $189M 62% of world exports
- 2 India $39M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $16M 5.2% of world exports
World total: $305M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$101M 35% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$46M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $32M 11% of world imports
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 yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric
Brazil classifies yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric 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 yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric
What is the HS code for Yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric?
The HS code for Yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric 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). The HS code is 5208.43 for fabrics with 85% or more cotton, weighing 200g/m2 or less, in a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave.
How do I classify Yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric for customs?
Yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric 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.
Can flannel be classified under 5208.43?
Yes, if the flannel is 85% or more cotton, weighs 200g/m2 or less, is yarn-dyed, and features a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave.
Which countries are the top exporters of yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric (HS 520843)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 520843 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric) 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 yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric (HS 520843)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 520843 (the code used for yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric) 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 Yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 520843 for Yarn-dyed cotton twill 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 twill fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, yarn-dyed cotton twill fabric (HS 520843) is classified under NCM 5208.43.00.