HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5307.20 – Yarn; of jute or of other textile bast fibres, multiple (folded) or cabled
HS code 5307.20 is the 6-digit subheading for yarn, of jute or of other textile bast fibres, multiple (folded) or cabled. It is used for jute carpet yarn, multiple-ply jute twine, cabled kenaf yarn, ramie multi-ply yarn and jute rope yarn.
What HS 5307.20 covers
This category covers jute and other bast fiber yarns that have been twisted or plied together, resulting in a stronger and often thicker product compared to single yarns. These multiple-ply yarns are highly valued in international trade for applications requiring enhanced durability and tensile strength, such as heavy-duty packaging, industrial fabrics, and specialized cordage. Major importers include manufacturing hubs in Asia and Europe that produce carpets, geotextiles, and robust packaging materials. Exporters are primarily countries with significant bast fiber cultivation and advanced spinning capabilities, notably Bangladesh and India, which dominate the global jute market. Key trade considerations include the number of plies, yarn count, and any treatments applied for water resistance or UV protection, which can significantly impact their end-use and market value. The demand is often driven by infrastructure projects and the need for sustainable, biodegradable materials.
- Covers
- Jute carpet yarn
- Multiple-ply jute twine
- Cabled kenaf yarn
- Ramie multi-ply yarn
- Jute rope yarn
- Industrial jute cordage
- Examples
- Bangladesh Jute Mills Corporation (BJMC) cabled jute yarn
- Ludlow Jute & Specialties multi-ply yarn
- Gloster Jute Mills rope yarn
Codes often confused with 5307.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 530710 (single jute yarn) if the yarn's multiple-ply nature is overlooked, or with 5607 (twine, cordage, ropes and cables) if the product is already in a finished cordage form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 530720, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 530720 in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 75% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 25% 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 Bangladesh* ~$81M 75% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $7.5M 6.9% of world exports
- 3 India $5.7M 5.3% of world exports
World total: $108M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $26M 25% of world imports
- 2 China $20M 19% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $13M 13% of world imports
World total: $105M 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 codes for 5307.20 2
Brazil splits HS 5307.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 5307.20.10 Multiple or cabled jute yarnDe juta
- 5307.20.90 Plied bast fibre yarn, not jute/flax/hemp/ramieOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 53.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5307.20
What is HS code 530720?
HS code 530720 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Yarn; of jute or of other textile bast fibres, multiple (folded) or cabled. This category covers jute and other bast fiber yarns that have been twisted or plied together, resulting in a stronger and often thicker product compared to single yarns. These multiple-ply yarns are highly valued in international trade for applications requiring enhanced durability and tensile strength, such as heavy-duty packaging, industrial fabrics, and specialized cordage. Major importers include manufacturing hubs in Asia and Europe that produce carpets, geotextiles, and robust packaging materials. Exporters are primarily countries with significant bast fiber cultivation and advanced spinning capabilities, notably Bangladesh and India, which dominate the global jute market. Key trade considerations include the number of plies, yarn count, and any treatments applied for water resistance or UV protection, which can significantly impact their end-use and market value. The demand is often driven by infrastructure projects and the need for sustainable, biodegradable materials.
What products fall under HS code 530720?
Jute carpet yarn, Multiple-ply jute twine, Cabled kenaf yarn, Ramie multi-ply yarn, Jute rope yarn, Industrial jute cordage
What are common misclassifications for HS code 530720?
This code can be confused with 530710 (single jute yarn) if the yarn's multiple-ply nature is overlooked, or with 5607 (twine, cordage, ropes and cables) if the product is already in a finished cordage form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 530720?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 530720 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $81M, 75% of world exports), China ($7.5M) and India ($5.7M). World exports came to about $108M, 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 530720?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 530720 in UN Comtrade data were India ($26M, 25% of world imports), China ($20M) and Indonesia ($13M). World imports came to about $105M, 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 530720 structured?
HS code 530720 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (53) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 530720?
Brazil splits HS code 530720 into 2 NCM codes: 5307.20.10 (Multiple or cabled jute yarn), 5307.20.90 (Plied bast fibre yarn, not jute/flax/hemp/ramie). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.