HS Heading 5205 : Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 5205 encompasses cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale. It classifies 24 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 52 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 5205
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5205.11 | Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Not exceeding 14 nm | 52 | View 5205.11 Package → |
| 5205.12 | Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm | 52 | View 5205.12 Package → |
| 5205.13 | Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm | 52 | View 5205.13 Package → |
| 5205.14 | Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm | 52 | View 5205.14 Package → |
| 5205.15 | Single yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 80 nm | 52 | View 5205.15 Package → |
| 5205.21 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Not exceeding 14 nm | 52 | View 5205.21 Package → |
| 5205.22 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm | 52 | View 5205.22 Package → |
| 5205.23 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm | 52 | View 5205.23 Package → |
| 5205.24 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm | 52 | View 5205.24 Package → |
| 5205.26 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Measuring less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number but not exceeding 94 metric number) | 52 | View 5205.26 Package → |
| 5205.27 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Measuring less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but not exceeding 120 metric number) | 52 | View 5205.27 Package → |
| 5205.28 | Single yarn, of combed fibers, Measuring less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number) | 52 | View 5205.28 Package → |
| 5205.31 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of uncombed fibers, Not exceeding 14 nm per single yarn (300) | 52 | View 5205.31 Package → |
| 5205.32 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn (300) | 52 | View 5205.32 Package → |
| 5205.33 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm per single yarn (300) | 52 | View 5205.33 Package → |
| 5205.34 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding 80 nm per single yarn (300) | 52 | View 5205.34 Package → |
| 5205.35 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of uncombed fibers, Exceeding 80 nm per single yarn (300) | 52 | View 5205.35 Package → |
| 5205.41 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers, Not exceeding 14 nm per single yarn | 52 | View 5205.41 Package → |
| 5205.42 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm per single yarn | 52 | View 5205.42 Package → |
| 5205.43 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm per single yarn | 52 | View 5205.43 Package → |
| 5205.44 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers, Exceeding 52 nm but not exceeding |
52 | View 5205.44 Package → |
| 5205.46 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers (con.), Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex but not less than 106.38 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number but not exceeding 94 metric number) | 52 | View 5205.46 Package → |
| 5205.47 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers (con.), Measuring per single yarn less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but not exceeding 120 metric number) | 52 | View 5205.47 Package → |
| 5205.48 | Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of combed fibers (con.), Measuring per single yarn less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number) | 52 | View 5205.48 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 5205
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 5205 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 5205 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 5205 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 5205?
HS Heading 5205 covers Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale, grouping 24 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 5205?
Subheadings under Heading 5205 range from 5205.11 to 5205.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 5205?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 5205 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 5205?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 5205?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 5205?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 5205 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 5205?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 5205?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 5205?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.