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U.S. imports of single combed cotton yarn, 85%+ cotton, not for retail, over 52 nm to 80 nm (HS 520524) totaled $335K in April 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSingle combed cotton yarn in the 52–80 Nm range occupies the fine-to-superfine segment, used in high-thread-count percale sheeting, fine voile, and premium shirting where fiber cleanliness and count consistency are paramount. South Korea leads US supply, with India and Egypt also prominent — Egypt's long-staple cotton giving its yarn a recognized quality profile at this count. The 10-digit lines (5205240000, 5205240020, and 5205240090) distinguish ring-spun from other constructions, a specification that is nearly universal at this fineness level.
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Egyptian extra-long-staple (ELS) cotton varieties such as Giza 45 and Giza 87 produce fibers long enough to be spun reliably at counts above 52 Nm with high tensile strength and low hairiness. This staple-length advantage makes Egyptian-origin yarn in this range a recognized premium grade, often specified by name in fabric contracts for luxury bedding and shirting.
Yarn testing at or near 80 Nm may be reclassified into the over-80 Nm subheadings (520526 or 520525) if laboratory measurement differs from the declared count. Importers should obtain certified count test reports from an accredited laboratory and retain them with entry documentation. A one-count difference can shift the shipment to a different 10-digit line, so pre-shipment testing is a standard risk-mitigation step.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HONDURAS | -- | $746K | +$746K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $245K | -- | -$245K |
| INDIA | $52K | -- | -$52K |
| PAKISTAN | $35K | -- | -$35K |
| PERU | $3K | -- | -$3K |