Chapter 52 covers woven fabrics of cotton and woven fabrics of cotton mixed with other textile fibers, including pure cotton fabrics and cotton blended fabrics. This chapter is subdivided by cotton content, weave structure, weight per square meter, whether bleached, dyed, yarn-dyed, etc. Heading 5210 belongs to woven fabrics of blends with cotton content less than 85%, mainly blended with man-made fibers. Heading 5210 includes woven fabrics of cotton blended with man-made fibers containing less than 85% cotton, divided by weight per square meter into two categories: ≤200g and >200g, and further subdivided by weave such as plain weave, twill weave, etc., and whether yarn-dyed, etc. 521041 specifically refers to yarn-dyed plain weave varieties with weight per square meter ≤200g, commonly used for lightweight garments such as shirts and dresses. First 2 digits 52 = Chapter 52 (Cotton and cotton blended fabrics). Digits 3-4: 10 = Heading 5210 (woven fabrics of cotton <85% blended with man-made fibers). Digits 5-6: 41 = Subheading 521041, where the 5th digit 4 indicates yarn-dyed plain weave woven fabric, and the 6th digit 1 indicates weight per square meter ≤200g. If weight >200g, it is classified under 521042. If cotton ≥85%, it should be classified under headings 5208-5212, etc. This commodity contains cotton <85% and is blended with man-made fibers, meeting the criteria for heading 5210; it is also yarn-dyed plain weave and weighs ≤200g per square meter, so it is classified under 521041. If cotton ≥85%, it should be classified under 5208; if bleached or dyed rather than yarn-dyed, it would be classified under other subheadings of 5210; if weight per square meter >200g, it would be classified under 521042.
Chapter
Chapter 52 covers woven fabrics of cotton and woven fabrics of cotton mixed with other textile fibers, including pure cotton fabrics and cotton blended fabrics. This chapter is subdivided by cotton content, weave structure, weight per square meter, whether bleached, dyed, yarn-dyed, etc. Heading 5210 belongs to woven fabrics of blends with cotton content less than 85%, mainly blended with man-made fibers.
Heading
Heading 5210 includes woven fabrics of cotton blended with man-made fibers containing less than 85% cotton, divided by weight per square meter into two categories: ≤200g and >200g, and further subdivided by weave such as plain weave, twill weave, etc., and whether yarn-dyed, etc. 521041 specifically refers to yarn-dyed plain weave varieties with weight per square meter ≤200g, commonly used for lightweight garments such as shirts and dresses.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 52 = Chapter 52 (Cotton and cotton blended fabrics). Digits 3-4: 10 = Heading 5210 (woven fabrics of cotton <85% blended with man-made fibers). Digits 5-6: 41 = Subheading 521041, where the 5th digit 4 indicates yarn-dyed plain weave woven fabric, and the 6th digit 1 indicates weight per square meter ≤200g. If weight >200g, it is classified under 521042. If cotton ≥85%, it should be classified under headings 5208-5212, etc.
Classification Basis
This commodity contains cotton <85% and is blended with man-made fibers, meeting the criteria for heading 5210; it is also yarn-dyed plain weave and weighs ≤200g per square meter, so it is classified under 521041. If cotton ≥85%, it should be classified under 5208; if bleached or dyed rather than yarn-dyed, it would be classified under other subheadings of 5210; if weight per square meter >200g, it would be classified under 521042.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declared commodity name, which should include key information such as weaving method, composition, and weave structure. Weaving Method: Indicate whether it is woven or knitted; this code is for woven fabrics. Weave Structure: Clearly state plain weave, such as 'plain weave woven fabric'. Composition Content: Specify the exact percentages of cotton and man-made fibers; cotton content must be <85%. Weight Per Square Meter: Declare the grammage, which must be ≤200g/m², accurate to the nearest whole number. Dyeing and Finishing Method: Indicate yarn-dyed, i.e., yarns are dyed before weaving. Width: Declare the fabric width in centimeters. Brand/Model: Declare brand or model if available; if no brand, write 'None'. Product Name: Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric; Weaving Method: Woven; Weave Structure: Plain weave; Composition Content: Cotton 60%, Polyester 40%; Weight Per Square Meter: 150g/m²; Dyeing and Finishing Method: Yarn-dyed; Width: 150cm; Brand: None; Model: None. Incorrectly declaring yarn-dyed as dyed or bleached, leading to classification under other subheadings. Incorrectly declaring cotton content as ≥85%, which should be classified under 5208 rather than 5210. Declaring grammage exceeding 200g/m², which should be classified under 521042.
Product Name
Declared commodity name, which should include key information such as weaving method, composition, and weave structure.
⚠️ Only writing 'cotton fabric' or 'blended fabric', without reflecting characteristics such as yarn-dyed or plain weave.
Weaving Method
Indicate whether it is woven or knitted; this code is for woven fabrics.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing 'knitted' or inaccurate use of 'woven'.
Weave Structure
Clearly state plain weave, such as 'plain weave woven fabric'.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing twill, satin, or failing to specify the weave.
Composition Content
Specify the exact percentages of cotton and man-made fibers; cotton content must be <85%.
⚠️ Only writing 'cotton blend' without listing proportions, or incorrectly declaring cotton content as ≥85%.
Weight Per Square Meter
Declare the grammage, which must be ≤200g/m², accurate to the nearest whole number.
⚠️ Unit errors (such as writing in ounces) or failing to provide grammage.
Dyeing and Finishing Method
Indicate yarn-dyed, i.e., yarns are dyed before weaving.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing 'dyed' or 'bleached', leading to classification errors.
Width
Declare the fabric width in centimeters.
⚠️ Failing to provide width or confusing units.
Brand/Model
Declare brand or model if available; if no brand, write 'None'.
Incorrectly declaring yarn-dyed as dyed or bleached, leading to classification under other subheadings.
Incorrectly declaring cotton content as ≥85%, which should be classified under 5208 rather than 5210.
Declaring grammage exceeding 200g/m², which should be classified under 521042.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification criteria: 1) Cotton content must be <85% and blended with man-made fibers; 2) The fabric is plain weave; 3) The dyeing and finishing method is yarn-dyed (yarns dyed before weaving); 4) Weight per square meter ≤200g. Only when all the above conditions are met can it be classified under 521041. If cotton ≥85%, classify under 5208; if bleached or dyed, classify under other subheadings of 5210; if grammage >200g, classify under 521042. 520841 Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, containing cotton ≥85%, weight per square meter ≤200g: Cotton content ≥85%, classified under 5208, whereas 521041 requires cotton <85%. 521042 Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, containing cotton <85%, weight per square meter >200g: Grammage >200g/m², classified under 521042, whereas 521041 requires ≤200g. 521031 Dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, containing cotton <85%, weight per square meter ≤200g: Dyeing and finishing method is dyed rather than yarn-dyed, classified under 521031. 521041 Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, containing cotton <85%, weight per square meter ≤200g: This code requires simultaneous satisfaction of yarn-dyed, plain weave, cotton <85%, and grammage ≤200g. 521049 Other yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabrics, containing cotton <85%: May include weight per square meter >200g or other weave structures, requiring specific determination. Is cotton content <85%? Is it yarn-dyed (yarns dyed first)? Is it plain weave? Is weight per square meter ≤200g? Is it blended with man-made fibers?
Basis
Core classification criteria: 1) Cotton content must be <85% and blended with man-made fibers; 2) The fabric is plain weave; 3) The dyeing and finishing method is yarn-dyed (yarns dyed before weaving); 4) Weight per square meter ≤200g. Only when all the above conditions are met can it be classified under 521041. If cotton ≥85%, classify under 5208; if bleached or dyed, classify under other subheadings of 5210; if grammage >200g, classify under 521042.
Confused Codes：
520841 - Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabric, containing cotton ≥85%, weight per square meter ≤200g
May include weight per square meter >200g or other weave structures, requiring specific determination.
Self-Check：
✓ Is cotton content <85%?
✓ Is it yarn-dyed (yarns dyed first)?
✓ Is it plain weave?
✓ Is weight per square meter ≤200g?
✓ Is it blended with man-made fibers?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the import tax rate for 521041? You can check the most-favored-nation rate, general rate, value-added tax, and consumption tax by entering HS code 521041 on the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party inquiry platforms. Note that tax rates are subject to policy adjustments, and the latest published rates should prevail. What is the difference between yarn-dyed and dyed? Yarn-dyed means yarns are dyed first and then woven, giving the fabric a mixed-color effect; dyed means the fabric is woven first and then dyed, resulting in a uniform color on the fabric surface. For classification, yarn-dyed is classified under 521041, and dyed is classified under 521031; the tax rates may differ. If cotton content is exactly 85%, which code should it be classified under? If cotton content ≥85%, it should be classified under heading 5208 of Chapter 52, with the specific subheading determined by grammage, weave, and dyeing/finishing method. 521041 requires cotton content <85%, so 85% does not apply. How to accurately provide grammage during declaration? Grammage refers to the weight of fabric per square meter, which must be determined using standard testing methods (such as GB/T 4669), in units of g/m². Provide precise values during declaration to avoid classification disputes due to errors. If the fabric is twill weave, which code should it be classified under? Twill weave is not plain weave and cannot be classified under 521041. It should be classified under other subheadings under 5210, such as 521039 (yarn-dyed twill, cotton <85%, grammage ≤200g), with the specific code determined by dyeing/finishing method and grammage. Does the type of blended man-made fiber affect classification? 521041 only requires blending with man-made fibers and does not limit the specific type of man-made fiber (such as polyester, nylon, etc.), but the name and proportion of the man-made fiber must be indicated during declaration for customs review. For cross-border e-commerce retail import of this fabric, is it necessary to declare under 521041? Yes. Cross-border e-commerce retail imported goods must be declared under the actual HS code. 521041 applies to yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabrics, containing cotton <85%, blended with man-made fibers, grammage ≤200g. Complete declaration elements must be provided. What are the consequences of incorrect classification? Incorrect classification may lead to incorrect tax rate application, tax evasion, customs penalties, cargo detention, etc. Enterprises are advised to declare accurately and, if necessary, apply for advance classification to ensure compliance.
Q: How to inquire about the import tax rate for 521041?
A: You can check the most-favored-nation rate, general rate, value-added tax, and consumption tax by entering HS code 521041 on the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party inquiry platforms. Note that tax rates are subject to policy adjustments, and the latest published rates should prevail.
Q: What is the difference between yarn-dyed and dyed?
A: Yarn-dyed means yarns are dyed first and then woven, giving the fabric a mixed-color effect; dyed means the fabric is woven first and then dyed, resulting in a uniform color on the fabric surface. For classification, yarn-dyed is classified under 521041, and dyed is classified under 521031; the tax rates may differ.
Q: If cotton content is exactly 85%, which code should it be classified under?
A: If cotton content ≥85%, it should be classified under heading 5208 of Chapter 52, with the specific subheading determined by grammage, weave, and dyeing/finishing method. 521041 requires cotton content <85%, so 85% does not apply.
Q: How to accurately provide grammage during declaration?
A: Grammage refers to the weight of fabric per square meter, which must be determined using standard testing methods (such as GB/T 4669), in units of g/m². Provide precise values during declaration to avoid classification disputes due to errors.
Q: If the fabric is twill weave, which code should it be classified under?
A: Twill weave is not plain weave and cannot be classified under 521041. It should be classified under other subheadings under 5210, such as 521039 (yarn-dyed twill, cotton <85%, grammage ≤200g), with the specific code determined by dyeing/finishing method and grammage.
Q: Does the type of blended man-made fiber affect classification?
A: 521041 only requires blending with man-made fibers and does not limit the specific type of man-made fiber (such as polyester, nylon, etc.), but the name and proportion of the man-made fiber must be indicated during declaration for customs review.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce retail import of this fabric, is it necessary to declare under 521041?
A: Yes. Cross-border e-commerce retail imported goods must be declared under the actual HS code. 521041 applies to yarn-dyed cotton plain weave woven fabrics, containing cotton <85%, blended with man-made fibers, grammage ≤200g. Complete declaration elements must be provided.
Q: What are the consequences of incorrect classification?
A: Incorrect classification may lead to incorrect tax rate application, tax evasion, customs penalties, cargo detention, etc. Enterprises are advised to declare accurately and, if necessary, apply for advance classification to ensure compliance.
⚠️ 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.