Chapter 52 covers cotton and cotton textiles, including raw cotton, cotton waste, carded cotton, cotton yarn, and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is one of the core chapters for textile classification in the HS, involving the complete industrial chain from raw materials to finished products. Cotton fabrics are further subdivided based on weaving method, weight, dyeing and finishing processes, etc., and are widely used in apparel, home textiles, and other fields. Heading 5208 includes cotton woven fabrics containing ≥85% cotton, subdivided by weight, weave, and dyeing/finishing status. It specifically covers different weaves such as plain weave and twill, as well as processing methods such as bleaching, dyeing, and printing. Fabrics under this heading are typically used for products requiring high comfort, such as shirts and bed sheets. The first 2 digits, 52, represent Chapter 52 (Cotton and cotton textiles). Digits 3-4, 08, indicate heading 5208, i.e., cotton woven fabrics containing ≥85% cotton. Digits 5-6, 32, are the subheading, referring to dyed plain weave woven fabrics with a square meter weight of 100-200g. The 5th digit, 3, represents dyed, and the 6th digit, 2, represents plain weave with a weight of 100-200g/m². This commodity contains ≥85% cotton, has a square meter weight of 100-200g, and is a dyed plain weave fabric, fully conforming to the description of 520832. Adjacent codes such as 520831 (bleached plain weave, ≤100g) or 520833 (dyed plain weave, ≤100g) are excluded due to differences in weight or processing status.
Chapter
Chapter 52 covers cotton and cotton textiles, including raw cotton, cotton waste, carded cotton, cotton yarn, and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is one of the core chapters for textile classification in the HS, involving the complete industrial chain from raw materials to finished products. Cotton fabrics are further subdivided based on weaving method, weight, dyeing and finishing processes, etc., and are widely used in apparel, home textiles, and other fields.
Heading
Heading 5208 includes cotton woven fabrics containing ≥85% cotton, subdivided by weight, weave, and dyeing/finishing status. It specifically covers different weaves such as plain weave and twill, as well as processing methods such as bleaching, dyeing, and printing. Fabrics under this heading are typically used for products requiring high comfort, such as shirts and bed sheets.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits, 52, represent Chapter 52 (Cotton and cotton textiles). Digits 3-4, 08, indicate heading 5208, i.e., cotton woven fabrics containing ≥85% cotton. Digits 5-6, 32, are the subheading, referring to dyed plain weave woven fabrics with a square meter weight of 100-200g. The 5th digit, 3, represents dyed, and the 6th digit, 2, represents plain weave with a weight of 100-200g/m².
Classification Basis
This commodity contains ≥85% cotton, has a square meter weight of 100-200g, and is a dyed plain weave fabric, fully conforming to the description of 520832. Adjacent codes such as 520831 (bleached plain weave, ≤100g) or 520833 (dyed plain weave, ≤100g) are excluded due to differences in weight or processing status.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The standard name of the commodity should be declared, such as "dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric," avoiding colloquial names or internal codes. Composition Content: The cotton content percentage and other fiber components must be indicated, such as "100% cotton" or "85% cotton, 15% polyester." Weight: Declare the weight per square meter, accurate to the nearest integer, such as "150g/m²," which must be within the 100-200g range. Weaving Method: Clearly state plain weave, and optionally include warp and weft density, such as "plain weave, warp density 120 threads/inch, weft density 80 threads/inch." Dyeing and Finishing Process: Indicate "dyed," and optionally supplement the dyeing method (e.g., reactive dyeing), to distinguish from bleaching, printing, etc. Width: Declare the fabric width, usually in centimeters, such as "150cm," which affects classification and tariffs. Brand and Model: If there is a brand or model, it must be declared truthfully; if there is no brand, "None" may be filled in. Use: Briefly describe the main use, such as "for shirt manufacturing," which helps customs determine classification. Product Name: Dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric; Composition Content: 100% cotton; Weight: 150g/m²; Weaving Method: Plain weave; Dyeing and Finishing Process: Dyed; Width: 150cm; Brand: None; Use: Shirt manufacturing. Inaccurate weight declaration, exceeding the 100-200g range, resulting in classification under other subheadings. Failure to distinguish between dyed and yarn-dyed; yarn-dyed fabric should be classified under other subheadings of 5208 or 5209. Vague composition content declaration, failing to meet the requirement of ≥85% cotton, possibly resulting in classification under 5210.
Product Name
The standard name of the commodity should be declared, such as "dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric," avoiding colloquial names or internal codes.
⚠️ Writing only "cotton fabric" or "fabric" without reflecting the dyed and plain weave characteristics.
Composition Content
The cotton content percentage and other fiber components must be indicated, such as "100% cotton" or "85% cotton, 15% polyester."
⚠️ Vaguely writing "pure cotton" without providing a specific percentage, or omitting other blended components.
Weight
Declare the weight per square meter, accurate to the nearest integer, such as "150g/m²," which must be within the 100-200g range.
⚠️ Incorrect units (e.g., writing in ounces), or failing to provide weight, leading to classification disputes.
Weaving Method
Clearly state plain weave, and optionally include warp and weft density, such as "plain weave, warp density 120 threads/inch, weft density 80 threads/inch."
⚠️ Misreporting as twill or satin weave, or failing to specify the weave.
Dyeing and Finishing Process
Indicate "dyed," and optionally supplement the dyeing method (e.g., reactive dyeing), to distinguish from bleaching, printing, etc.
⚠️ Misreporting yarn-dyed fabric as dyed fabric, or failing to specify the dyeing and finishing status.
Width
Declare the fabric width, usually in centimeters, such as "150cm," which affects classification and tariffs.
⚠️ Failing to provide width, or confusing units (e.g., mistaking inches for centimeters).
Brand and Model
If there is a brand or model, it must be declared truthfully; if there is no brand, "None" may be filled in.
⚠️ Ignoring brand information, or providing incomplete information.
Use
Briefly describe the main use, such as "for shirt manufacturing," which helps customs determine classification.
⚠️ Use description is too broad, such as "for clothing," lacking specificity.
Inaccurate weight declaration, exceeding the 100-200g range, resulting in classification under other subheadings.
Failure to distinguish between dyed and yarn-dyed; yarn-dyed fabric should be classified under other subheadings of 5208 or 5209.
Vague composition content declaration, failing to meet the requirement of ≥85% cotton, possibly resulting in classification under 5210.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1) cotton content ≥85%; 2) square meter weight 100-200g; 3) plain weave; 4) dyed. All four elements must be satisfied simultaneously. If cotton content is less than 85%, classify under 5210; if weight is not within the range, classify under 520831 or 520833; if bleached, classify under 520821, etc. 520831 Bleached cotton plain weave woven fabric, ≤100g: The processing status is bleached rather than dyed, and the weight is ≤100g, not conforming to the dyeing and weight requirements of 520832. 520833 Dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, ≤100g: Weight is ≤100g, whereas 520832 requires 100-200g; only the weight differs. 520839 Dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, >200g: Weight is >200g, exceeding the upper limit of 520832; attention must be paid to the weight threshold during classification. 521031 Dyed cotton blended plain weave woven fabric, cotton <85%, ≤200g: Cotton content is less than 85%, differing from the cotton content requirement of 520832. 520931 Dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, cotton ≥85%, >200g: Belongs to heading 5209, weight >200g, whereas 520832 has a weight of 100-200g. Is the cotton content ≥85%? Is the weight within 100-200g/m²? Is it plain weave? Has it undergone dyeing treatment? Does it not belong to other headings (such as 5209)?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1) cotton content ≥85%; 2) square meter weight 100-200g; 3) plain weave; 4) dyed. All four elements must be satisfied simultaneously. If cotton content is less than 85%, classify under 5210; if weight is not within the range, classify under 520831 or 520833; if bleached, classify under 520821, etc.
Belongs to heading 5209, weight >200g, whereas 520832 has a weight of 100-200g.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the cotton content ≥85%?
✓ Is the weight within 100-200g/m²?
✓ Is it plain weave?
✓ Has it undergone dyeing treatment?
✓ Does it not belong to other headings (such as 5209)?
❓ FAQ
How can I check the tariff rate for 520832? You can check the latest tariff rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window. Enter HS code 520832, select the corresponding country of origin and trade mode, and the system will display import tariffs, value-added tax, etc. Note that tariff rates may vary due to free trade agreements. What is the main difference between 520832 and 520833? Both are dyed cotton plain weave woven fabrics with ≥85% cotton, but 520832 has a weight of 100-200g/m², while 520833 has a weight of ≤100g/m². The weight must be accurately declared during classification to avoid confusion. If the cotton content is 80%, which code should it be classified under? If the cotton content is less than 85%, it cannot be classified under 5208 and should be classified under 5210 (cotton blended woven fabrics, cotton <85%). The specific subheading depends on weight, weave, and dyeing/finishing process. Can dyed cotton plain weave fabric with a weight of 150g but printed be classified under 520832? No. 520832 only applies to dyed (including dyeing other than bleaching); printed fabric should be classified under 520852 (printed plain weave woven fabric, 100-200g). What is the allowable weight tolerance when declaring? Customs generally require the declared weight to match the actual weight, with a tolerance generally not exceeding 5%. If it exceeds the range, a declaration amendment or classification adjustment may be required. It is recommended to provide a test report. What products can 520832 fabric be used for? It is commonly used for shirts, blouses, bed sheets, pillowcases, etc. Due to its breathability and comfort, it is suitable for making intimate apparel and home textile products. How can I determine whether a fabric is plain weave? Plain weave is a weave where warp and weft yarns interlace one over one under; the fabric surface can be observed with a magnifying glass to show a grid pattern. Technical specification sheets or test reports can also be referenced. What documents are required to import 520832? Typically, a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, test report (composition, weight), etc. are required. Some countries may require textile labeling or safety certification.
Q: How can I check the tariff rate for 520832?
A: You can check the latest tariff rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window. Enter HS code 520832, select the corresponding country of origin and trade mode, and the system will display import tariffs, value-added tax, etc. Note that tariff rates may vary due to free trade agreements.
Q: What is the main difference between 520832 and 520833?
A: Both are dyed cotton plain weave woven fabrics with ≥85% cotton, but 520832 has a weight of 100-200g/m², while 520833 has a weight of ≤100g/m². The weight must be accurately declared during classification to avoid confusion.
Q: If the cotton content is 80%, which code should it be classified under?
A: If the cotton content is less than 85%, it cannot be classified under 5208 and should be classified under 5210 (cotton blended woven fabrics, cotton <85%). The specific subheading depends on weight, weave, and dyeing/finishing process.
Q: Can dyed cotton plain weave fabric with a weight of 150g but printed be classified under 520832?
A: No. 520832 only applies to dyed (including dyeing other than bleaching); printed fabric should be classified under 520852 (printed plain weave woven fabric, 100-200g).
Q: What is the allowable weight tolerance when declaring?
A: Customs generally require the declared weight to match the actual weight, with a tolerance generally not exceeding 5%. If it exceeds the range, a declaration amendment or classification adjustment may be required. It is recommended to provide a test report.
Q: What products can 520832 fabric be used for?
A: It is commonly used for shirts, blouses, bed sheets, pillowcases, etc. Due to its breathability and comfort, it is suitable for making intimate apparel and home textile products.
Q: How can I determine whether a fabric is plain weave?
A: Plain weave is a weave where warp and weft yarns interlace one over one under; the fabric surface can be observed with a magnifying glass to show a grid pattern. Technical specification sheets or test reports can also be referenced.
Q: What documents are required to import 520832?
A: Typically, a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, test report (composition, weight), etc. are required. Some countries may require textile labeling or safety certification.
⚠️ 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.