Chapter 52 covers the complete industrial chain of cotton and cotton products, from primary raw materials such as raw cotton, cotton waste, and cotton carded or combed, to semi-finished and finished products such as cotton yarn and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is a core chapter in the classification of textiles and corresponds to Chapter 53 for other vegetable textile fibers, Chapter 54 for man-made filaments, and Chapter 55 for man-made staple fibers. Cotton woven fabrics are further subdivided into tariff headings based on weight, weave, dyeing and finishing processes, etc. Heading 5212 covers other woven fabrics of cotton, i.e., woven fabrics of cotton other than those of headings 5208 to 5211. These fabrics usually contain a lower proportion of cotton (by weight less than 85% cotton), or, although containing a higher proportion of cotton, are special fabrics not classified under the aforementioned headings. Under 5212, subheadings are divided by weight per square meter and dyeing and finishing process (dyed, yarn-dyed, printed, etc.). This code 521213 specifically refers to other woven fabrics of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m², dyed. First 2 digits 52: Chapter 52, representing cotton and cotton textile products, covering raw cotton, cotton yarn, cotton fabric, etc. Digits 3-4: 12: heading 5212, representing other woven fabrics of cotton, i.e., blended cotton woven fabrics with cotton content less than 85% or pure cotton woven fabrics not classified under 5208-5211. Digits 5-6: 13: subheading 521213, where under 52.12 the fifth digit 1 represents weighing not more than 200 g/m², and the sixth digit 3 represents dyed. The complete code 521213 means: other woven fabrics of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m², dyed. This commodity is classified under 521213 rather than adjacent codes because three conditions are simultaneously met: first, cotton content is less than 85% (otherwise it would be classified under 5208-5211); second, weight per square meter is not more than 200 g (otherwise it would be classified under other subheadings under 5212 such as 521223); third, the dyeing process (different from yarn-dyed, printed, etc.). If cotton content is ≥85% and weight per square meter is ≤200 g and dyed, it should be classified under the corresponding subheading under 5208; if weight per square meter is >200 g, it should be classified under a heavier subheading under 5212.
Chapter
Chapter 52 covers the complete industrial chain of cotton and cotton products, from primary raw materials such as raw cotton, cotton waste, and cotton carded or combed, to semi-finished and finished products such as cotton yarn and cotton woven fabrics. This chapter is a core chapter in the classification of textiles and corresponds to Chapter 53 for other vegetable textile fibers, Chapter 54 for man-made filaments, and Chapter 55 for man-made staple fibers. Cotton woven fabrics are further subdivided into tariff headings based on weight, weave, dyeing and finishing processes, etc.
Heading
Heading 5212 covers other woven fabrics of cotton, i.e., woven fabrics of cotton other than those of headings 5208 to 5211. These fabrics usually contain a lower proportion of cotton (by weight less than 85% cotton), or, although containing a higher proportion of cotton, are special fabrics not classified under the aforementioned headings. Under 5212, subheadings are divided by weight per square meter and dyeing and finishing process (dyed, yarn-dyed, printed, etc.). This code 521213 specifically refers to other woven fabrics of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m², dyed.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 52: Chapter 52, representing cotton and cotton textile products, covering raw cotton, cotton yarn, cotton fabric, etc. Digits 3-4: 12: heading 5212, representing other woven fabrics of cotton, i.e., blended cotton woven fabrics with cotton content less than 85% or pure cotton woven fabrics not classified under 5208-5211. Digits 5-6: 13: subheading 521213, where under 52.12 the fifth digit 1 represents weighing not more than 200 g/m², and the sixth digit 3 represents dyed. The complete code 521213 means: other woven fabrics of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m², dyed.
Classification Basis
This commodity is classified under 521213 rather than adjacent codes because three conditions are simultaneously met: first, cotton content is less than 85% (otherwise it would be classified under 5208-5211); second, weight per square meter is not more than 200 g (otherwise it would be classified under other subheadings under 5212 such as 521223); third, the dyeing process (different from yarn-dyed, printed, etc.). If cotton content is ≥85% and weight per square meter is ≤200 g and dyed, it should be classified under the corresponding subheading under 5208; if weight per square meter is >200 g, it should be classified under a heavier subheading under 5212.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity should specifically describe the fabric weave and dyeing and finishing process, such as 'dyed cotton-polyester woven plain fabric'. Composition content: Declare each fiber component by weight percentage, such as cotton 60%, polyester 40%, accurate to the nearest whole number. Weight per square meter: Declare the weight of the fabric per square meter (grams), used to determine whether it is ≤200 g, affecting subheading division. Weaving method: Indicate whether it is woven (woven) or knitted; 5212 applies only to woven fabrics. Dyeing and finishing process: Indicate dyeing, yarn dyeing, printing, bleaching, etc.; this code requires dyeing. Width: Declare the fabric width (centimeters), affecting classification and value assessment. Brand or manufacturer: If there is a brand or manufacturer, it must be declared; if no brand, fill in 'none'. Product name: dyed cotton-polyester woven plain fabric; composition content: cotton 60%, polyester 40%; weight per square meter: 150 g/m²; weaving method: woven (woven); dyeing and finishing process: dyed; width: 150 cm; brand: unbranded; model: none. This commodity has cotton content less than 85%, weight per square meter ≤200 g, dyed, conforming to 521213 classification. Mistakenly classifying dyed fabric with cotton content ≥85% under 521213; it should actually be classified under 5208. Incorrect declaration of weight per square meter, such as mistakenly reporting 150 g/m² as 150 g/m, leading to incorrect subheading. Confusing dyeing with yarn dyeing; yarn-dyed fabric should be classified under 521214 rather than 521213. Ignoring blending ratio and declaring only based on appearance, leading to classification disputes.
Product name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity should specifically describe the fabric weave and dyeing and finishing process, such as 'dyed cotton-polyester woven plain fabric'.
⚠️ Only writing 'cotton fabric' without indicating dyeing and blending ratio, leading to classification disputes.
Composition content
Declare each fiber component by weight percentage, such as cotton 60%, polyester 40%, accurate to the nearest whole number.
⚠️ Vaguely writing 'cotton blend' without providing specific percentages, making it impossible to determine whether it falls under 5212.
Weight per square meter
Declare the weight of the fabric per square meter (grams), used to determine whether it is ≤200 g, affecting subheading division.
⚠️ Mistakenly reporting weight per meter or weight per yard, resulting in incorrect weight units.
Weaving method
Indicate whether it is woven (woven) or knitted; 5212 applies only to woven fabrics.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring knitted fabric as woven fabric, which should be classified under Chapter 60.
Example： Product name: dyed cotton-polyester woven plain fabric; composition content: cotton 60%, polyester 40%; weight per square meter: 150 g/m²; weaving method: woven (woven); dyeing and finishing process: dyed; width: 150 cm; brand: unbranded; model: none. This commodity has cotton content less than 85%, weight per square meter ≤200 g, dyed, conforming to 521213 classification.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying dyed fabric with cotton content ≥85% under 521213; it should actually be classified under 5208.
Incorrect declaration of weight per square meter, such as mistakenly reporting 150 g/m² as 150 g/m, leading to incorrect subheading.
Confusing dyeing with yarn dyeing; yarn-dyed fabric should be classified under 521214 rather than 521213.
Ignoring blending ratio and declaring only based on appearance, leading to classification disputes.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 52 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff. First determine whether cotton content is less than 85%; if so, consider 5212; second determine whether weight per square meter is ≤200 g; if so, classify under the first-level subheading under 5212; finally determine whether the dyeing and finishing process is dyeing; if so, classify under 521213. At the same time, confirm that the fabric is woven, excluding knitted (Chapter 60). If cotton content is ≥85%, classify under 5208-5211; if weight per square meter is >200 g, classify under other subheadings under 5212. 5208 Woven fabrics of cotton, cotton content ≥85%, weight per square meter ≤200 g: 5208 requires cotton content ≥85%, while 521213 requires cotton content <85%. If cotton content is ≥85% and dyed, it should be classified under the corresponding subheading under 5208. 5212 Other woven fabrics of cotton, weight per square meter >200 g: Under 5212, subheadings are divided by weight; 521213 is ≤200 g; if >200 g, classify under subheadings such as 521223. 521214 Other woven fabrics of cotton, weight per square meter ≤200 g, yarn-dyed: 521214 is yarn-dyed fabric, 521213 is dyed fabric. Yarn-dyed means yarns are dyed first and then woven; dyed means dyed after weaving. 521215 Other woven fabrics of cotton, weight per square meter ≤200 g, printed: 521215 is printed fabric, 521213 is dyed fabric. Printed has patterns, dyed is solid color. 6006 Other knitted or crocheted fabrics: 6006 is knitted or crocheted, 521213 is woven. If the fabric is knitted, it should be classified under Chapter 60. Is cotton content less than 85%? Is weight per square meter ≤200 g? Is the dyeing and finishing process dyeing? Is the fabric woven? Have 5208-5211 been excluded?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 52 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff. First determine whether cotton content is less than 85%; if so, consider 5212; second determine whether weight per square meter is ≤200 g; if so, classify under the first-level subheading under 5212; finally determine whether the dyeing and finishing process is dyeing; if so, classify under 521213. At the same time, confirm that the fabric is woven, excluding knitted (Chapter 60). If cotton content is ≥85%, classify under 5208-5211; if weight per square meter is >200 g, classify under other subheadings under 5212.
Confused Codes：
5208 - Woven fabrics of cotton, cotton content ≥85%, weight per square meter ≤200 g
5208 requires cotton content ≥85%, while 521213 requires cotton content <85%. If cotton content is ≥85% and dyed, it should be classified under the corresponding subheading under 5208.
5212 - Other woven fabrics of cotton, weight per square meter >200 g
Under 5212, subheadings are divided by weight; 521213 is ≤200 g; if >200 g, classify under subheadings such as 521223.
521214 - Other woven fabrics of cotton, weight per square meter ≤200 g, yarn-dyed
521214 is yarn-dyed fabric, 521213 is dyed fabric. Yarn-dyed means yarns are dyed first and then woven; dyed means dyed after weaving.
521215 - Other woven fabrics of cotton, weight per square meter ≤200 g, printed
521215 is printed fabric, 521213 is dyed fabric. Printed has patterns, dyed is solid color.
6006 - Other knitted or crocheted fabrics
6006 is knitted or crocheted, 521213 is woven. If the fabric is knitted, it should be classified under Chapter 60.
Self-Check：
✓ Is cotton content less than 85%?
✓ Is weight per square meter ≤200 g?
✓ Is the dyeing and finishing process dyeing?
✓ Is the fabric woven?
✓ Have 5208-5211 been excluded?
❓ FAQ
How to query the import tax rate for 521213? It can be queried through the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tax rates may change due to trade agreements, origin, etc. It is recommended to rely on the customs system feedback at the time of declaration. What is the difference between 521213 and 5208? The core difference is cotton content: 5208 requires cotton content ≥85%, 521213 requires cotton content <85%. If cotton content is ≥85% and weight per square meter ≤200 g and dyed, it should be classified under 5208. How to distinguish dyed fabric from yarn-dyed fabric? Dyed fabric is dyed as a whole after weaving, with yarns in their original color; yarn-dyed fabric is made by dyeing yarns first and then weaving, with different colored yarns interwoven on the surface. 521213 is dyed fabric; yarn-dyed fabric should be classified under 521214. How to accurately declare weight per square meter? Weight per square meter = fabric weight (grams) ÷ area (square meters). Samples should be measured, avoiding weight per meter or weight per yard. Errors should be controlled within a reasonable range, otherwise customs may question it. Blended cotton fabric with 40% cotton, 60% polyester, dyed, weight 180 g/m², which code? Cotton content <85%, weight per square meter ≤200 g, dyed, conforms to 521213. If cotton content ≥85%, classify under 5208; if weight per square meter >200 g, classify under other subheadings under 5212. What is the export tax rebate rate under 521213? Export tax rebate rates adjust with national policies; query the latest export tax rebate rate library. Usually textile rebate rates are around 13%, but the specific rate is subject to the tax system at the time of declaration. How to fill in the brand column when declaring? If there is a brand, fill in the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'unbranded'. If OEM, fill in 'unbranded' or customer brand. Brand involves intellectual property, must be declared truthfully. How to distinguish 521213 from 521223? Both are other woven fabrics of cotton, dyed, but 521213 weighs ≤200 g/m², 521223 weighs >200 g/m². When declaring, accurately provide weight per square meter to avoid subheading errors.
Q: How to query the import tax rate for 521213?
A: It can be queried through the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Tax rates may change due to trade agreements, origin, etc. It is recommended to rely on the customs system feedback at the time of declaration.
Q: What is the difference between 521213 and 5208?
A: The core difference is cotton content: 5208 requires cotton content ≥85%, 521213 requires cotton content <85%. If cotton content is ≥85% and weight per square meter ≤200 g and dyed, it should be classified under 5208.
Q: How to distinguish dyed fabric from yarn-dyed fabric?
A: Dyed fabric is dyed as a whole after weaving, with yarns in their original color; yarn-dyed fabric is made by dyeing yarns first and then weaving, with different colored yarns interwoven on the surface. 521213 is dyed fabric; yarn-dyed fabric should be classified under 521214.
Q: How to accurately declare weight per square meter?
A: Weight per square meter = fabric weight (grams) ÷ area (square meters). Samples should be measured, avoiding weight per meter or weight per yard. Errors should be controlled within a reasonable range, otherwise customs may question it.
Q: Blended cotton fabric with 40% cotton, 60% polyester, dyed, weight 180 g/m², which code?
A: Cotton content <85%, weight per square meter ≤200 g, dyed, conforms to 521213. If cotton content ≥85%, classify under 5208; if weight per square meter >200 g, classify under other subheadings under 5212.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate under 521213?
A: Export tax rebate rates adjust with national policies; query the latest export tax rebate rate library. Usually textile rebate rates are around 13%, but the specific rate is subject to the tax system at the time of declaration.
Q: How to fill in the brand column when declaring?
A: If there is a brand, fill in the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'unbranded'. If OEM, fill in 'unbranded' or customer brand. Brand involves intellectual property, must be declared truthfully.
Q: How to distinguish 521213 from 521223?
A: Both are other woven fabrics of cotton, dyed, but 521213 weighs ≤200 g/m², 521223 weighs >200 g/m². When declaring, accurately provide weight per square meter to avoid subheading errors.
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