HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5309.19 – Fabrics, woven; of flax, containing 85% or more flax, other than bleached or unbleached
HS code 5309.19 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of flax, containing 85% or more flax, other than bleached or unbleached. It is used for dyed linen dress fabric, printed linen upholstery, mercerized linen shirting, stone-washed linen fabric and embroidered linen fabric.
What HS 5309.19 covers
This HS code encompasses woven fabrics made with 85% or more flax content that have undergone further processing beyond just bleaching or being left unbleached. This includes dyed, printed, mercerized, or otherwise finished linen fabrics. These value-added fabrics are crucial in international trade for fashion apparel, high-end home furnishings, and decorative textiles, where specific colors, patterns, or enhanced properties are required. Major importers are typically fashion brands, interior designers, and textile distributors in developed markets like Europe, North America, and Japan, who demand finished linen products. Exporters often include countries with advanced textile finishing capabilities, such as Italy, China, and Portugal, which can transform raw linen into sophisticated fabrics. Key trade considerations involve the specific finishing treatment, colorfastness, print quality, and fabric hand, all of which contribute to the fabric's premium value and market appeal. The versatility and natural elegance of linen, combined with diverse finishes, make these fabrics highly desirable.
- Covers
- Dyed linen dress fabric
- Printed linen upholstery
- Mercerized linen shirting
- Stone-washed linen fabric
- Embroidered linen fabric
- Coated linen fabric
- Examples
- Libeco dyed linen
- Solbiati printed linen
- Masters of Linen finished fabric
- LinenMe colored linen
Codes often confused with 5309.19
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 530911 (unbleached/bleached flax fabrics >85%) if the finishing process is not clearly identified, or with 530929 (other flax fabrics <85%) if the flax content is below the 85% threshold.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 530919, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 530919 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 19% 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 $521M 56% of world exports
- 2 Italy $116M 12% of world exports
- 3 India $49M 5.2% of world exports
World total: $936M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$171M 19% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$96M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $70M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $909M 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 5309.19
Brazil does not split HS 5309.19: its NCM code is 5309.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 53.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5309.19
What is HS code 530919?
HS code 530919 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of flax, containing 85% or more flax, other than bleached or unbleached. This HS code encompasses woven fabrics made with 85% or more flax content that have undergone further processing beyond just bleaching or being left unbleached. This includes dyed, printed, mercerized, or otherwise finished linen fabrics. These value-added fabrics are crucial in international trade for fashion apparel, high-end home furnishings, and decorative textiles, where specific colors, patterns, or enhanced properties are required. Major importers are typically fashion brands, interior designers, and textile distributors in developed markets like Europe, North America, and Japan, who demand finished linen products. Exporters often include countries with advanced textile finishing capabilities, such as Italy, China, and Portugal, which can transform raw linen into sophisticated fabrics. Key trade considerations involve the specific finishing treatment, colorfastness, print quality, and fabric hand, all of which contribute to the fabric's premium value and market appeal. The versatility and natural elegance of linen, combined with diverse finishes, make these fabrics highly desirable.
What products fall under HS code 530919?
Dyed linen dress fabric, Printed linen upholstery, Mercerized linen shirting, Stone-washed linen fabric, Embroidered linen fabric, Coated linen fabric
What are common misclassifications for HS code 530919?
This code can be confused with 530911 (unbleached/bleached flax fabrics >85%) if the finishing process is not clearly identified, or with 530929 (other flax fabrics <85%) if the flax content is below the 85% threshold.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 530919?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 530919 in UN Comtrade data were China ($521M, 56% of world exports), Italy ($116M) and India ($49M). World exports came to about $936M, 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 530919?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 530919 in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $171M, 19% of world imports), Vietnam (about $96M) and the United States ($70M). World imports came to about $909M, 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 530919 structured?
HS code 530919 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (53) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 530919?
In Brazil, HS code 530919 is NCM 5309.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.