Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim

HS v2022 Code: 520942

About fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim

HS code 520942 covers a specific type of woven cotton fabric, commonly known as denim. Denim is a versatile and widely-used textile material, with applications ranging from clothing and upholstery to industrial applications. As a key component of the global textile and apparel industry, the production and trade of denim fabrics play a significant role in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of denim fabrics typically involves a multi-step process. The primary raw material, cotton, is first spun into yarns of different colors. These yarns are then woven together to create the distinctive denim fabric, which is characterized by its twill weave pattern and the contrast between the white weft (horizontal) and colored warp (vertical) threads. The woven fabric is often subjected to various finishing processes, such as dyeing, stonewashing, or distressing, to achieve the desired aesthetic and functional properties.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 520942 denim fabrics include high-quality cotton fibers, specialized weaving machinery, and various finishing chemicals and equipment. Cotton is the primary raw material, and its quality, color, and processing characteristics are crucial to the final product. Additionally, the weaving process requires specialized looms and other textile manufacturing equipment to create the distinctive denim fabric structure.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 520942 is denim fabric, which is then used in the production of a wide range of products, including 620342 Men's or boys' trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, of cotton, 620462 Women's or girls' trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, of cotton, and various other apparel and textile items. Denim fabrics may also be used in the production of 940490 Articles of bedding and similar furnishing, such as upholstery and curtains, as well as in industrial applications.

Revisions to 520942

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 520942. The most recent 1 version of this code (520942) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 520942.

Family tree for fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/52'>52: Cotton</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5209'>5209: Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520942'>520942: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520911'>520911: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520912'>520912: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520919'>520919: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.1, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520921'>520921: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520922'>520922: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520929'>520929: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.2, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520931'>520931: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520932'>520932: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520939'>520939: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.3, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520941'>520941: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520943'>520943: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520949'>520949: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.4, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520951'>520951: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, plain weave, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520952'>520952: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/520959'>520959: Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, printed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.5, weighing more than 200g/m2</a>"]

    

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