HS Code for coir fiber

Coir fiber, derived from the fibrous husk of the coconut (Cocos nucifera), is classified under HS code 5305.00. This heading is part of Chapter 53, which covers "Other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn." The classification 5305.00 is a broad category that includes coconut, abaca, ramie, and other vegetable textile fibers not elsewhere specified. The fiber is classified here when it is in its raw state or has undergone preliminary processing such as retting, decortication, cleaning, bleaching, or dyeing. However, the critical distinction for this code is that the fibers must not have been spun into yarn. This heading also includes the waste products of these fibers, such as tow and noils, which are often used for stuffing or as raw material for non-woven applications. The classification follows the principle that raw materials are categorized by their botanical origin and their state of processing. The fibers are typically extracted through a process of soaking the husks in water and then beating them to separate the long bristles from the shorter mattress fibers.

Products Included

• Raw coconut husk fibers
• Bleached coir bristle fiber
• Dyed coir mattress fiber
• Coir tow and waste
• Curled coir for upholstery

Common Misclassification

Coir fiber is frequently confused with coir yarn, which is classified under 5308.10. The transition from 5305 to 5308 occurs once the fiber has been spun. Another common misclassification is 5702.20, which covers finished floor coverings (mats) made of coconut fibers. If the fiber has been manufactured into a rug, it belongs in Chapter 57. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 1404.90 for vegetable products not elsewhere specified, but since coir is a textile fiber, the specific heading 5305.00 takes precedence.

FAQ

What is the HS code for coir fiber?

The HS code for raw or processed (but not spun) coconut fiber is 5305.00.

Can dyed coir fiber be classified here?

Yes, coir fiber that has been dyed remains under 5305.00 as long as it has not been spun into yarn or made into a finished article.