Chapter 52 covers the international trade classification of cotton and cotton products, including raw cotton, cotton waste, cotton carded or combed, cotton yarn, and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is an important chapter for textile raw materials and products, involving the complete industrial chain from primary raw materials to semi-finished and finished products. Cotton fabrics are widely used in apparel, home textiles, and industrial products, and their classification requires attention to key factors such as cotton content, weaving method, weight, and finishing process. Heading 5208 covers cotton woven fabrics containing 85% or more cotton by weight, further subdivided by weight and weaving method. It includes basic weaves such as plain weave, twill weave, and satin weave, as well as different processing states such as bleached, dyed, and printed. Fabrics under this heading are typically used for shirts, skirts, bedding, etc., and are one of the most common categories in the cotton textile trade. The first 2 digits 52 represent Chapter 52, cotton and cotton products. Digits 3-4, 08, represent heading 5208, namely cotton woven fabrics containing 85% or more cotton by weight, weighing not more than 200 g/m². Digits 5-6, 19, are the subheading, specifically referring to other cotton woven fabrics, namely weaving methods other than specified weaves such as plain weave, twill weave, and satin weave, and in a processing state other than unbleached or bleached, such as dyed or printed. Fabrics under this subheading usually have special structural weave or post-treatment processes. This product contains 85% or more cotton and weighs not more than 200 g/m², meeting the basic conditions of heading 5208. Since the fabric weave is not among the named subheadings such as plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave, and the processing state exceeds the scope of unbleached or bleached, it is classified under subheading 520819 (other). If the weight exceeds 200 g/m², it should be classified under 5209; if the cotton content is less than 85%, it may be classified under 5210 or 5211.
Chapter
Chapter 52 covers the international trade classification of cotton and cotton products, including raw cotton, cotton waste, cotton carded or combed, cotton yarn, and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is an important chapter for textile raw materials and products, involving the complete industrial chain from primary raw materials to semi-finished and finished products. Cotton fabrics are widely used in apparel, home textiles, and industrial products, and their classification requires attention to key factors such as cotton content, weaving method, weight, and finishing process.
Heading
Heading 5208 covers cotton woven fabrics containing 85% or more cotton by weight, further subdivided by weight and weaving method. It includes basic weaves such as plain weave, twill weave, and satin weave, as well as different processing states such as bleached, dyed, and printed. Fabrics under this heading are typically used for shirts, skirts, bedding, etc., and are one of the most common categories in the cotton textile trade.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 52 represent Chapter 52, cotton and cotton products. Digits 3-4, 08, represent heading 5208, namely cotton woven fabrics containing 85% or more cotton by weight, weighing not more than 200 g/m². Digits 5-6, 19, are the subheading, specifically referring to other cotton woven fabrics, namely weaving methods other than specified weaves such as plain weave, twill weave, and satin weave, and in a processing state other than unbleached or bleached, such as dyed or printed. Fabrics under this subheading usually have special structural weave or post-treatment processes.
Classification Basis
This product contains 85% or more cotton and weighs not more than 200 g/m², meeting the basic conditions of heading 5208. Since the fabric weave is not among the named subheadings such as plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave, and the processing state exceeds the scope of unbleached or bleached, it is classified under subheading 520819 (other). If the weight exceeds 200 g/m², it should be classified under 5209; if the cotton content is less than 85%, it may be classified under 5210 or 5211.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The fabric weave, processing state, and use should be described in detail, such as '100% cotton dyed jacquard fabric'. Avoid writing only 'cotton fabric'. Composition content: Indicate the percentage of cotton content and other fiber components, such as '100% cotton' or '85% cotton 15% polyester'. Weight: Provide the weight per square meter, accurate to the nearest whole number, such as '150 g/m²'. Weaving method: Explain the weaving method, such as 'woven' or 'knitted', and indicate the weave such as 'jacquard' or 'complex twill'. Processing state: Describe whether it is bleached, dyed, printed, yarn-dyed, etc., such as 'dyed'. Width: Provide the fabric width in centimeters, such as '150 cm'. Brand: If there is a brand, please indicate it; if there is no brand, write 'None'. Model or item number: Provide the manufacturer's model or item number for identification. Product name: 100% cotton dyed jacquard fabric; Composition content: 100% cotton; Weight: 120 g/m²; Weaving method: woven jacquard; Processing state: dyed; Width: 150 cm; Brand: None; Model: TF-2024-01. Incorrect use of ounces/yard as the weight unit; it should be converted to grams per square meter. Confusing 85% cotton with more than 85% cotton; in fact, it must be 85% or more to be classified under 5208. Inaccurate description of processing state, such as declaring yarn-dyed fabric as dyed fabric. Failure to specify the weave in the weaving method, leading to classification errors.
Product name
The fabric weave, processing state, and use should be described in detail, such as '100% cotton dyed jacquard fabric'. Avoid writing only 'cotton fabric'.
⚠️ Writing only 'cotton fabric' without specifying the weave or processing method.
Composition content
Indicate the percentage of cotton content and other fiber components, such as '100% cotton' or '85% cotton 15% polyester'.
⚠️ Failing to indicate the proportion of other fibers, or incorrectly declaring it as pure cotton.
Weight
Provide the weight per square meter, accurate to the nearest whole number, such as '150 g/m²'.
⚠️ Incorrect unit or failure to provide weight data.
Weaving method
Explain the weaving method, such as 'woven' or 'knitted', and indicate the weave such as 'jacquard' or 'complex twill'.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring knitted as woven, or failing to specify the weave.
Processing state
Describe whether it is bleached, dyed, printed, yarn-dyed, etc., such as 'dyed'.
⚠️ Failing to distinguish between bleached and dyed, or omitting the finishing process.
Width
Provide the fabric width in centimeters, such as '150 cm'.
⚠️ Failure to provide width or incorrect unit.
Brand
If there is a brand, please indicate it; if there is no brand, write 'None'.
⚠️ Confusing the brand with the manufacturer.
Model or item number
Provide the manufacturer's model or item number for identification.
Incorrect use of ounces/yard as the weight unit; it should be converted to grams per square meter.
Confusing 85% cotton with more than 85% cotton; in fact, it must be 85% or more to be classified under 5208.
Inaccurate description of processing state, such as declaring yarn-dyed fabric as dyed fabric.
Failure to specify the weave in the weaving method, leading to classification errors.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is cotton content, weight, weaving method, and processing state. First confirm that the cotton content is 85% or more, then that the weight is not more than 200 g/m², then determine whether it belongs to named weaves such as plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave, and finally determine the subheading according to the processing state (unbleached, bleached, or other). If it does not meet the above conditions, consider headings such as 5209 and 5210. 5208.11 Plain weave cotton fabric, unbleached: This code is for plain weave and unbleached, while 520819 is for other weaves and a state other than unbleached/bleached. 5208.21 Plain weave cotton fabric, bleached: This code is for plain weave and bleached, while 520819 is for other weaves and may be dyed/printed. 5209.19 Other cotton woven fabrics, weight >200 g: The weight exceeds 200 g/m² and is classified under 5209, while 520819 weighs not more than 200 g. 5210.19 Cotton blended woven fabrics, cotton <85%: The cotton content is less than 85%, mainly blended with man-made fibers, and is classified under 5210. Is the cotton content 85% or more? Is the weight not more than 200 g/m²? Does it belong to plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave? Is the processing state unbleached or bleached? Is it woven?
Basis
The core basis for classification is cotton content, weight, weaving method, and processing state. First confirm that the cotton content is 85% or more, then that the weight is not more than 200 g/m², then determine whether it belongs to named weaves such as plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave, and finally determine the subheading according to the processing state (unbleached, bleached, or other). If it does not meet the above conditions, consider headings such as 5209 and 5210.
Confused Codes：
5208.11 - Plain weave cotton fabric, unbleached
This code is for plain weave and unbleached, while 520819 is for other weaves and a state other than unbleached/bleached.
5208.21 - Plain weave cotton fabric, bleached
This code is for plain weave and bleached, while 520819 is for other weaves and may be dyed/printed.
5209.19 - Other cotton woven fabrics, weight >200 g
The weight exceeds 200 g/m² and is classified under 5209, while 520819 weighs not more than 200 g.
The cotton content is less than 85%, mainly blended with man-made fibers, and is classified under 5210.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the cotton content 85% or more?
✓ Is the weight not more than 200 g/m²?
✓ Does it belong to plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave?
✓ Is the processing state unbleached or bleached?
✓ Is it woven?
❓ FAQ
How can I check the import tariff rate for 520819? You can use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms, enter HS code 520819, select the country of origin and trade method, and obtain the most-favored-nation tariff rate, agreement tariff rate, etc. Note that tariff rates are adjusted with policy changes, and the latest published rates should prevail. What is the difference between 520819 and 520811? 520811 is unbleached plain weave cotton fabric, while 520819 is for other weaves (not plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave) and a state other than unbleached/bleached, such as dyed or printed. The key difference lies in the fabric weave and processing state. Can cotton content of exactly 85% be classified under 520819? Yes, but note that in HS classification, '85% or more' includes 85% itself. If the cotton content is 85% and other conditions are met, it is classified under 5208; if it is less than 85%, it is classified under 5210 or 5211. How can weight be measured accurately? Weight refers to the weight of the fabric per square meter and must be sampled, dried, weighed, and calculated according to standard methods. Pay attention to unit conversion and avoid using ounces/yard. It is recommended that a professional testing institution issue a report. Is jacquard fabric always classified under 520819? Not necessarily. If the jacquard fabric is a jacquard with a plain weave ground, it may still be classified as plain weave; if the weave is complex and not a named weave, it is classified under 520819. It must be determined in combination with the specific weave and processing state. Under which subheading should yarn-dyed fabric be classified? Yarn-dyed fabric is usually dyed or yarn-dyed and is not unbleached or bleached. If the weave is not plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave, it is classified under 520819; if it is plain weave yarn-dyed, it may be classified under 520831, etc. What are the consequences of filling in declaration elements incorrectly during customs declaration? It may lead to classification errors, supplementary taxes, fines, or even administrative penalties. It is recommended to declare truthfully and accurately, and consult a professional customs broker or customs authority when necessary. What is the export tax rebate rate for 520819? The export tax rebate rate is periodically adjusted by the State Taxation Administration, and the latest rebate rate can be checked through official channels. Generally, the rebate rate for cotton fabrics is relatively high, but the actually published rate shall prevail.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for 520819?
A: You can use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms, enter HS code 520819, select the country of origin and trade method, and obtain the most-favored-nation tariff rate, agreement tariff rate, etc. Note that tariff rates are adjusted with policy changes, and the latest published rates should prevail.
Q: What is the difference between 520819 and 520811?
A: 520811 is unbleached plain weave cotton fabric, while 520819 is for other weaves (not plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave) and a state other than unbleached/bleached, such as dyed or printed. The key difference lies in the fabric weave and processing state.
Q: Can cotton content of exactly 85% be classified under 520819?
A: Yes, but note that in HS classification, '85% or more' includes 85% itself. If the cotton content is 85% and other conditions are met, it is classified under 5208; if it is less than 85%, it is classified under 5210 or 5211.
Q: How can weight be measured accurately?
A: Weight refers to the weight of the fabric per square meter and must be sampled, dried, weighed, and calculated according to standard methods. Pay attention to unit conversion and avoid using ounces/yard. It is recommended that a professional testing institution issue a report.
Q: Is jacquard fabric always classified under 520819?
A: Not necessarily. If the jacquard fabric is a jacquard with a plain weave ground, it may still be classified as plain weave; if the weave is complex and not a named weave, it is classified under 520819. It must be determined in combination with the specific weave and processing state.
Q: Under which subheading should yarn-dyed fabric be classified?
A: Yarn-dyed fabric is usually dyed or yarn-dyed and is not unbleached or bleached. If the weave is not plain weave, twill weave, or satin weave, it is classified under 520819; if it is plain weave yarn-dyed, it may be classified under 520831, etc.
Q: What are the consequences of filling in declaration elements incorrectly during customs declaration?
A: It may lead to classification errors, supplementary taxes, fines, or even administrative penalties. It is recommended to declare truthfully and accurately, and consult a professional customs broker or customs authority when necessary.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 520819?
A: The export tax rebate rate is periodically adjusted by the State Taxation Administration, and the latest rebate rate can be checked through official channels. Generally, the rebate rate for cotton fabrics is relatively high, but the actually published rate shall prevail.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.