Code 5205 34 00 · Subheading 5205 34

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Multi-ply or cabled yarn of uncombed cotton containing at least 85% cotton, 125 to under 192.31 decitex per strand (metric count over 52 and up to 80), not sewing thread or retail-packed

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This code covers multi-ply or cabled yarn made from uncombed cotton fibres, with at least 85% cotton by weight. Each strand must be at least 125 decitex but under 192.31 decitex, corresponding to a metric count over 52 and up to 80; sewing thread and retail-packed yarn are excluded.

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A multi-ply yarn of uncombed cotton containing 85% cotton by weight, with each strand at 125 decitex and metric count over 52 and up to 80, supplied in a non-retail presentation

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Multiple "folded" or cabled cotton yarn, of uncombed fibres, containing >= 85% cotton by weight and with a linear density of 125 decitex to < 192,31 decitex "> MN 52 to MN 80" per single yarn (excl. sewing thread and yarn put up for retail sale)

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Step 1 · Section XI Textiles and textile articles
Which named textile group best describes the product: natural silk; wool or fine or coarse animal hair; cotton; other vegetable textile fibres or paper yarn; continuous or short synthetic fibres; wadding, felt or nonwovens; floor coverings; special woven or tufted fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings or embroidery; coated or laminated fabric or technical textile goods; knitted fabric; knitted clothing; non-knitted clothing; or other made-up textile goods?
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Step 2 · Chapter 52 Cotton 3 of 14 chapters in section XI
What is the item: uncarded or uncombed cotton; cotton waste; carded or combed cotton; cotton sewing thread; cotton yarn with a cotton content of >= 85 weight percent; yarn predominantly containing cotton with a cotton content of < 85 weight percent; cotton yarn in retail packaging; or woven fabric containing cotton, classified by its cotton content, fibre mix and weight?
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Step 3 · Heading 5205 Cotton yarn other than sewing thread, containing >=… 5 of 12 headings under chapter 52
Which combination applies to the yarn: single-threaded, multiple-threaded or cabled; made from uncombed or combed cotton fibres; and which fineness range does it have (using decitex or metric numbering, and for multiple-threaded or cabled yarn, fineness per thread)?
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Step 4 · Subheading 5205 34 Multiple "folded" or cabled cotton yarn, of uncombe… 16 of 24 subheadings under heading 5205
Is it multi-ply or cable-twisted yarn of uncombed cotton fibres, with at least 85 weight percent cotton, each thread at least 125 decitex but less than 192.31 decitex, over 52 but not more than 80 metric count per thread, and not sewing thread or in a retail presentation?
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Step 5 · Full code 5205 34 00 Multiple "folded" or cabled cotton yarn, of uncombe… 1 of 1 code under subheading 5205 34

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5205 34 00

Multi-ply or cabled yarn of uncombed cotton containing at least 85% cotton, 125 to under 192.31 decitex per strand (metric count over 52 and up to 80), not sewing thread or retail-packed

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Trade measures to be aware of

Besides the ordinary duty, the EU records these kinds of measure against this code. They are listed as signals only: whether one applies to your goods can depend on where they come from, who produced them, the exact product and the documents you present. No amounts are worked out here.

Lower duty for goods from some countries

Preferential rates exist for goods originating in Andorra; San Marino; Türkiye; European Union; Economic Partnership Agreements; CARIFORUM except Haiti; Comoros (excluding Mayotte), Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles and dependencies and Zimbabwe; Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique and Namibia; 52 more origins. Whether you can use one depends on the origin rules for the goods and on the documentation you can show.
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A limited quantity at a lower rate

A tariff quota is recorded for this code. This does not say whether any of the quota is still available. It covers goods originating in any country; Korea, Republic of (South Korea).
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Restrictions and paperwork

Import restrictions are recorded for goods originating in North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea), Ukraine and Belarus.

Document or certificate conditions are recorded. Customs may ask for:
- Derogation from import prohibition by virtue of Article 16i (1) of Council Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
- Invoice declaration or origin declaration made out by any exporter on invoice or any other commercial document
- Goods not originating from or destined to Crimea or Sevastopol (Articles 2 and 2b.1 of Council Regulation (EU) No 692/2014)
- Movement certificate EUR.1
- Goods not originating from or not destined for the non-government controlled areas of Ukraine in the oblasts of Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia
- Textile products: import licence
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EU tariff measure data version 2026-08-03-tullverket.

Export to Norway

What Norwegian customs charges when goods like these are imported into Norway.

52.05.3400

Measuring less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not exceeding 80 metric number per single yarn)

Ordinary duty

Duty free

Goods of EU origin

Duty free You need documentation of EU origin to use this rate.

Norwegian tariff data version 1.5/1.2, last checked Aug. 9, 2026.

Contains data from Norwegian Customs (data.toll.no), licensed under CC BY 4.0, adapted for display.

Export to the United Kingdom

What UK customs charges when goods like these are imported into the UK.

5205 34 00 00

Measuring per single yarn less than 192,31|decitex but not less than 125|decitex (exceeding 52|metric number but not exceeding 80|metric number per single yarn)

Ordinary duty

Duty free

Goods of EU origin

Duty free You need documentation of EU preferential origin to use this rate.

These rates apply in Great Britain. Different rules may apply for goods entering Northern Ireland.

UK tariff data version v4.0.1576, last checked Aug. 9, 2026.

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Source: UK Department for Business and Trade (data.api.trade.gov.uk).

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5206 33 00 Multiple "folded" or cabled cotton yarn containing predominantly, but < 85% cotton by weight, of uncombed fibres and with a linear density of 192,31 decitex to < 232,56 decitex "> MN 43 to MN 52" per single yarn (excl. sewing thread and yarn put up for retail sale) 4.0%
This code covers multi-ply or cabled yarn with predominantly uncombed cotton fibres in the adjacent fineness range of at least 192.31 decitex but under 232.56 decitex per strand.
5206 34 00 Multiple "folded" or cabled cotton yarn containing predominantly, but < 85% cotton by weight, of uncombed fibres and with a linear density of 125 decitex to < 192,31 decitex "> MN 52 to MN 80" per single yarn (excl. sewing thread and yarn put up for retail sale) 4.0%
This code is for multi-ply or cabled yarn with the same stated fineness range, but it is described as predominantly containing uncombed cotton and not as containing at least 85% cotton.
5206 44 00 Multiple "folded" or cabled cotton yarn containing predominantly, but < 85% cotton by weight, of combed fibres and with a linear density of 125 decitex to < 192,31 decitex "> MN 52 to MN 80" per single yarn (excl. sewing thread and yarn put up for retail sale) 4.0%
This code is for multi-ply or cabled yarn with the same stated fineness range that contains predominantly combed cotton fibres, rather than uncombed cotton fibres.

Duty rates shown here are estimates, read from official EU / Danish, Norwegian and UK tariff data for orientation only. Confirm the current rate with SKAT, TARIC, Norwegian Customs or the UK Online Trade Tariff before you file. The rate you pay can also depend on the country of origin. These are base customs duties only: import VAT, excise duties, anti-dumping duties and safeguard or quota measures are not included.

Multi-ply or cabled yarn of uncombed cotton containing at least 85% cotton, 125 to under 192.31 decitex per strand (metric count over 52 and up to 80), not sewing thread or retail-packed

Multi-ply or cabled yarn of uncombed cotton containing at least 85% cotton, 125 to under 192.31 decitex per strand (metric count over 52 and up to 80), not sewing thread or retail-packed

Trade measures to be aware of

Lower duty for goods from some countries

A limited quantity at a lower rate

Restrictions and paperwork

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