HS Code 5203 — Cotton, carded or combed

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18

Importing Countries (2024-2025)

$69M

India’s Export Value

3

Markets > $1M

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Quick Facts

HS Code

5203

Chapter

52

Section

XI — Textiles & Apparel

Product

Cotton, carded or combed

What is HS Code 5203?

HS Code 5203 classifies cotton, carded or combed under Chapter 52 of the Harmonized System. This is a 4-digit heading that covers all sub-classifications of cotton, carded or combed. The data below is aggregated across all 6-digit product codes under this heading. Select a destination country below to view the complete export guide including applicable duty rates, required documents, and regulatory requirements.

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India's Export Trend — HS 5203

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How to Export Cotton, carded or combed from India

Standard export procedure for HS Code 5203

1

Obtain IEC

Register for an Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT — mandatory for all Indian exporters.

2

Classify Your Product

Confirm the correct HS code for customs declarations, duty calculation, and trade compliance.

3

Find Buyers

Identify importers in your target market through trade platforms, B2B portals, or lead generation campaigns.

4

Prepare Documentation

Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and any product-specific certificates.

5

Customs & Shipping

File the Shipping Bill with Indian Customs, arrange freight (sea/air), and obtain Let Export Order (LEO).

6

Receive Payment

Collect payment via advance remittance, letter of credit (L/C), or documentary collection through your bank.

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Related HS Codes in Chapter 52

Other products classified under the same chapter

520100Cotton, not carded or combed520411Containing 85% or more by weight of cotton:520420Put up for retail sale:520511Measuring 714. 29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number):520512Measuring less than 714. 29 decitex but not less than 232. 56 decitex (exceeding 14 metric number bu520513Measuring less than 232. 56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but520514Measuring less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not520515Measuring less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number):520521Measuring 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number):520522Measuring less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 metric number but520523Measuring less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but520524Measuring less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not520526Measuring less than 192.31 decitex but not less than 125 decitex (exceeding 52 metric number but not exceeding 80 metric number): Measuring less than 125 decitex but not less than520527Measuring less than 106.38 decitex but not less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 94 metric number but n520528Measuring less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number):520531Measuring per single yarn 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14 metric number per single yarn):520532Measuring per single yarn less than 714.29 decitex but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 me520533Measuring per single yarn less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 me520534Measuring per single yarn less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but not exceeding 52 metric number per single yarn): Measuring per single yarn less than 192.31 decitex520535Measuring per single yarn less than 125 decitex (exceeding 80 metric number per single yarn):
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