HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 5311.00 – Fabrics, woven; of vegetable textile fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5309 and 5310, woven fabrics of paper yarn
HS code 5311.00 is the 6-digit subheading for fabrics, woven, of vegetable textile fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5309 and 5310, woven fabrics of paper yarn. It is used for hemp woven fabric, nettle fiber fabric, coir woven matting, woven paper yarn fabric and abaca woven textile.
What HS 5311.00 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for woven fabrics made from vegetable textile fibers not specifically covered by headings 5309 (flax, ramie) or 5310 (jute, other bast fibers of 5303). Crucially, it also explicitly includes woven fabrics made from paper yarn. This category captures niche and innovative textile products, often used in specialized applications or for their unique aesthetic and sustainable properties. Importers are typically manufacturers looking for alternative or eco-friendly materials for apparel, home goods, or industrial uses, while exporters are often countries with advanced textile research and development capabilities or those with abundant specific vegetable fiber resources. Key considerations in trade include the specific fiber composition (e.g., hemp, nettle, coir, or paper), the weave structure, and any special treatments. The market is driven by demand for sustainable materials, unique textures, and specialized performance characteristics not found in more common fibers.
- Covers
- Hemp woven fabric
- Nettle fiber fabric
- Coir woven matting
- Woven paper yarn fabric
- Abaca woven textile
- Banana fiber fabric
- Bamboo fiber woven fabric (if not covered elsewhere)
- Examples
- Paper yarn hats
- Hemp apparel fabric
- Nettle fiber scarves
- Coir geotextiles
- Abaca home decor fabric
Codes often confused with 5311.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 5309 (flax/ramie fabrics) or 5310 (jute/other bast fabrics) if the specific fiber is not clearly identified as "not elsewhere specified" or if it's a blend.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 531100, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 531100 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 14% 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 $70M 54% of world exports
- 2 Italy $12M 9.4% of world exports
- 3 India $12M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $130M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $21M 14% of world imports
- 2 South Africa $18M 12% of world imports
- 3 Spain $13M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $147M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 5311.00
Brazil does not split HS 5311.00: its NCM code is 5311.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 53.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 5311.00
What is HS code 531100?
HS code 531100 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fabrics, woven; of vegetable textile fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5309 and 5310, woven fabrics of paper yarn. This HS code serves as a residual category for woven fabrics made from vegetable textile fibers not specifically covered by headings 5309 (flax, ramie) or 5310 (jute, other bast fibers of 5303). Crucially, it also explicitly includes woven fabrics made from paper yarn. This category captures niche and innovative textile products, often used in specialized applications or for their unique aesthetic and sustainable properties. Importers are typically manufacturers looking for alternative or eco-friendly materials for apparel, home goods, or industrial uses, while exporters are often countries with advanced textile research and development capabilities or those with abundant specific vegetable fiber resources. Key considerations in trade include the specific fiber composition (e.g., hemp, nettle, coir, or paper), the weave structure, and any special treatments. The market is driven by demand for sustainable materials, unique textures, and specialized performance characteristics not found in more common fibers.
What products fall under HS code 531100?
Hemp woven fabric, nettle fiber fabric, coir woven matting, woven paper yarn fabric, abaca woven textile, banana fiber fabric, bamboo fiber woven fabric (if not covered elsewhere)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 531100?
This code can be confused with 5309 (flax/ramie fabrics) or 5310 (jute/other bast fabrics) if the specific fiber is not clearly identified as "not elsewhere specified" or if it's a blend.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 531100?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 531100 in UN Comtrade data were China ($70M, 54% of world exports), Italy ($12M) and India ($12M). World exports came to about $130M, 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 531100?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 531100 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($21M, 14% of world imports), South Africa ($18M) and Spain ($13M). World imports came to about $147M, 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 531100 structured?
HS code 531100 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (53) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 531100?
In Brazil, HS code 531100 is NCM 5311.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.