Chapter 52 covers cotton and woven fabrics of cotton and mixtures with other textile fibers, including raw cotton, cotton waste, carded cotton, cotton yarn, and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is subdivided by cotton content, weave, weight per square meter, whether bleached, dyed, yarn-dyed, etc. Blended cotton fabrics with a cotton content of less than 85% are also classified in this chapter, but attention must be paid to distinguishing them from blended chemical fiber fabrics of Chapter 55. Heading 5211 covers woven fabrics of cotton with a cotton content of less than 85%, mainly blended with man-made fibers, and weighing more than 200 g per square meter. Under this heading, further subdivision is made by weave (plain weave, twill, etc.), whether bleached, dyed, yarn-dyed, etc. Yarn-dyed plain weave fabrics that meet the above conditions are classified under 5211, but attention must be paid to distinguishing them from printed fabrics and fabrics with a man-made fiber content exceeding 50%. The first 2 digits 52 represent Chapter 52, cotton and cotton woven fabrics. The 3rd-4th digits 11 represent heading 5211, namely woven fabrics of cotton blended with man-made fibers with a cotton content of <85%, weighing >200 g per square meter. The 5th-6th digits 41 are the subheading, specifically referring to yarn-dyed plain weave fabrics. The 5th digit 4 indicates yarn-dyed (as opposed to bleached, dyed, printed), and the 6th digit 1 indicates plain weave. Therefore, 521141 in full means: yarn-dyed plain weave woven fabrics of cotton blended with man-made fibers, with a cotton content of <85% and weighing >200 g per square meter. This product is classified under 521141 rather than adjacent codes because the key points are: the cotton content is less than 85% but higher than the man-made fiber content, the weight per square meter exceeds 200 g, and it is a yarn-dyed plain weave fabric. If the cotton content is ≥85%, it should be classified under 5208-5210; if the weight per square meter is ≤200 g, it should be classified under 5210; if printed, it should be classified under other subheadings of 5211; if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it may be classified under Chapter 55.

Product name: The standard name of the declared commodity should include key information such as weaving method, weave, composition, etc., such as "yarn-dyed cotton plain weave fabric." Composition content: Accurately declare the percentages of cotton and man-made fibers, such as "cotton 60%, polyester 40%"; attention must be paid to the specific type of man-made fiber. Weight per square meter: Declare the weight per unit area of the fabric, expressed in grams per square meter (g/m²), and it must be greater than 200 g. Weave: Clearly specify the fabric structure, such as plain weave, twill, satin, etc.; here it should be plain weave. Dyeing and finishing method: Explain whether it is yarn-dyed (i.e., yarns are dyed before weaving), as distinct from bleached, dyed, or printed. Width: Declare the width of the fabric, expressed in centimeters or inches; this affects classification but is not the determining factor for 521141. Brand or factory number: If there is a brand or manufacturer number, it must be declared truthfully; if there is no brand, "none" may be entered. Use: Briefly explain the use of the fabric, such as for apparel, home textiles, etc., to assist classification. Customs declaration example: Product name: Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave fabric Composition content: Cotton 60%, polyester 40% Weight per square meter: 220 g/m² Weave: Plain weave Dyeing and finishing method: Yarn-dyed Width: 150 cm Brand: None Use: Apparel HS code: 52114100 Remarks: This fabric is woven, with both warp and weft yarns being dyed yarns, a cotton content of less than 85%, and a weight per square meter exceeding 200 g, meeting subheading 521141. Mistakenly classifying similar fabrics weighing ≤200 g per square meter under 521141, when they should actually be classified under 5210. Confusing yarn-dyed fabric with printed fabric; printed fabric should be classified under other subheadings of 5211 (such as 521142). When the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it may need to be classified under Chapter 55 rather than 5211. Failure to accurately declare the cotton and man-made fiber proportions, leading to classification disputes. Mistakenly reporting plain weave as twill, affecting subheading determination.

The core basis for classification is: 1) cotton content less than 85%, but higher than the man-made fiber content; 2) blended with man-made fibers; 3) weight per square meter exceeding 200 g; 4) yarn-dyed; 5) plain weave. It must also be confirmed that the fabric is woven, not knitted. If the cotton content is ≥85%, it is classified under 5208-5210; if the weight per square meter is ≤200 g, it is classified under 5210; if printed, it is classified under other subheadings of 5211; if the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, it may be classified under Chapter 55. 521142 Yarn-dyed cotton twill woven fabric, cotton <85%, blended with man-made fibers, weight per square meter >200 g: The weave is different; 521142 is twill, while 521141 is plain weave. Twill fabric has a diagonal texture, while plain weave has tightly interlaced warp and weft. 521041 Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave fabric, cotton <85%, blended with man-made fibers, weight per square meter ≤200 g: The weight per square meter is different; 521041 is ≤200 g, while 521141 is >200 g. Weight is the key to distinguishing these two codes. 520941 Yarn-dyed cotton plain weave fabric, cotton ≥85%, weight per square meter >200 g: The cotton content is different; 520941 has cotton ≥85%, while 521141 has cotton <85%. Cotton content is the primary distinguishing point. 551511 Yarn-dyed man-made fiber plain weave fabric, man-made fiber content ≥85%: The man-made fiber content is different; 551511 has man-made fiber ≥85%, while in 521141 the man-made fiber content is lower than the cotton content, and cotton is <85%. 521112 Bleached cotton plain weave fabric, cotton <85%, blended with man-made fibers, weight per square meter >200 g: The dyeing and finishing method is different; 521112 is bleached, while 521141 is yarn-dyed. Yarn-dyed means the yarns are dyed before weaving. Is the cotton content indeed less than 85%? Is the weight per square meter more than 200 g? Is it yarn-dyed (yarns dyed first)? Is it plain weave? Is the man-made fiber content lower than the cotton content?

How can I check the import tariff rate for 521141? You can check the latest tariff rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the "Single Window," or use an HS code query tool. Note that tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement (such as RCEP), and annual adjustments; it is recommended to rely on the latest official publication. What is the main difference between 521141 and 521142? Both are woven fabrics of yarn-dyed cotton blended with man-made fibers weighing >200 g per square meter, but 521141 is plain weave and 521142 is twill weave. Plain weave interlaces warp and weft yarns one up and one down, while twill has two-up-one-down or three-up-one-down, etc., with a diagonal texture. If the cotton content is exactly 85%, which code should it be classified under? If the cotton content is ≥85%, it should not be classified under 521141, but under the 5208-5210 series. For example, yarn-dyed plain weave fabric weighing >200 g per square meter made of pure cotton or cotton ≥85% should be classified under 520941. What is the difference between yarn-dyed and printed? Yarn-dyed means the yarns are dyed first and then woven, and the front and back of the fabric are the same color; printed means that after weaving, a pattern is printed on the fabric surface during finishing, usually with a darker front and lighter back. For classification, yarn-dyed is classified under subheadings such as 521141, while printed is classified under other subheadings of 5211. How is weight per square meter accurately measured? Samples should be taken according to standard methods (such as GB/T 4669), and the mass per unit area should be measured and calculated under standard temperature and humidity. Be careful to distinguish grams per square meter from ounces per yard to avoid unit conversion errors. If the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, can it still be classified under 521141? No. 521141 requires a cotton content of less than 85% and generally a cotton content higher than the man-made fiber content. If the man-made fiber content exceeds 50%, the fabric's main characteristic is man-made fiber, and it should be classified under Chapter 55, such as 551511, etc. What are the consequences of incomplete declaration elements at customs? It may lead to customs rejection, inspection, classification disputes, and even affect customs clearance speed and generate late declaration fees. It is recommended to declare strictly in accordance with the regulations and ensure that key elements such as composition, weight, weave, and dyeing and finishing method are accurate and complete. How can one determine whether a fabric is plain weave? Plain weave is the simplest fabric weave, in which warp and weft yarns interlace every other yarn, the fabric surface is flat, and the front and back appearances are the same. It can be confirmed by observation with a magnifying glass or by analyzing the fabric structure diagram.