HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5306.10 – Yarn; of flax, single
HS code 5306.10 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, of flax, single. It is used for single flax yarn for weaving, single flax yarn for knitting, wet-spun flax yarn, dry-spun flax yarn and unbleached flax yarn.
What HS 5306.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers single yarn made of flax. Single yarn is the most basic form of spun yarn, consisting of a single strand of fibers twisted together. Flax yarn is renowned for its strength, absorbency, natural luster, and ability to create durable and breathable fabrics. It's a crucial intermediate product in the textile supply chain, traded between spinning mills and weaving or knitting factories. Importers are typically textile manufacturers producing linen apparel, home textiles, or industrial fabrics. Exporters are countries with established flax cultivation and advanced spinning capabilities. The quality of the yarn, including its count (fineness), twist, and uniformity, is paramount for its end-use application and market value.
- Covers
- Single flax yarn for weaving
- Single flax yarn for knitting
- Wet-spun flax yarn
- Dry-spun flax yarn
- Unbleached flax yarn
- Bleached flax yarn
- Examples
- Linen yarn for apparel
- flax yarn for home textiles
- yarn for fine linen fabrics
- yarn for industrial applications
- yarn for upholstery
Codes often confused with 5306.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 530620 (multiple or cabled flax yarn) if the yarn structure isn't clearly single, or with other single vegetable yarns (e.g., cotton yarn 5205xx) if the fiber type isn't specified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 530610, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 530610 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 29% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $257M 54% of world exports
- 2 Italy $50M 10% of world exports
- 3 Ethiopia* ~$42M 8.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $480M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $131M 29% of world imports
- 2 India $47M 10% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $45M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $454M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 5306.10
Brazil does not split HS 5306.10: its NCM code is 5306.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 53.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5306.10
What is HS code 530610?
HS code 530610 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; of flax, single. This HS code specifically covers single yarn made of flax. Single yarn is the most basic form of spun yarn, consisting of a single strand of fibers twisted together. Flax yarn is renowned for its strength, absorbency, natural luster, and ability to create durable and breathable fabrics. It's a crucial intermediate product in the textile supply chain, traded between spinning mills and weaving or knitting factories. Importers are typically textile manufacturers producing linen apparel, home textiles, or industrial fabrics. Exporters are countries with established flax cultivation and advanced spinning capabilities. The quality of the yarn, including its count (fineness), twist, and uniformity, is paramount for its end-use application and market value.
What products fall under HS code 530610?
Single flax yarn for weaving, single flax yarn for knitting, wet-spun flax yarn, dry-spun flax yarn, unbleached flax yarn, bleached flax yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 530610?
Can be confused with 530620 (multiple or cabled flax yarn) if the yarn structure isn't clearly single, or with other single vegetable yarns (e.g., cotton yarn 5205xx) if the fiber type isn't specified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 530610?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 530610 in UN Comtrade data were China ($257M, 54% of world exports), Italy ($50M) and Ethiopia (about $42M). World exports came to about $480M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 530610?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 530610 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($131M, 29% of world imports), India ($47M) and Portugal ($45M). World imports came to about $454M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 530610 structured?
HS code 530610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (53) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 530610?
In Brazil, HS code 530610 is NCM 5306.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.