Product classification
HS code for dyed linen blend: 5309.29
Fabrics, woven, of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached.
Classification of dyed linen blend under HS 5309.29
The classification of dyed linen blend fabrics under HS code 5309.29 is determined by two primary factors: the fiber composition and the state of the fabric. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Chapter 53 notes of the Harmonized System, woven fabrics of flax must be categorized based on the percentage of flax by weight. This specific code applies to fabrics where flax constitutes less than 85% of the total weight, but remains the predominant vegetable fiber, or is blended with synthetic fibers or other materials. The term 'dyed' refers to fabrics that have been treated with color in the piece, or made from dyed yarns, provided they do not meet the definition of 'unbleached' or 'bleached' as per the Section XI Subheading Notes. Classification 5309.29 acts as a residual category for these blends that have undergone a dyeing process, ensuring that textiles with complex fiber mixtures are accurately tracked for trade statistics and tariff application. The technical distinction between 5309.21 (unbleached/bleached) and 5309.29 (other, including dyed) is critical for customs compliance, as the level of processing often dictates the duty rate.
- Covers
- Dyed linen-cotton blends where flax is less than 85% by weight
- Dyed linen-polyester woven fabrics with a flax majority among vegetable fibers
- Dyed linen-viscose blended textiles
- Woven fabrics of flax blended with elastane, dyed in the piece
- Dyed linen-silk blends where flax predominates by weight
- Also under 5309.29
- Libeco Home (blended linen fabrics)
- Masters of Linen (various blends)
- Ulster Weavers (linen blends)
- H&M Home (linen blend textiles)
- Zara Home (linen blend fabrics)
Codes often confused with 5309.29
Common mistake. A frequent error in classifying these textiles is confusing them with HS code 5309.19. The distinction lies entirely in the weight percentage; 5309.19 is reserved for fabrics containing 85% or more flax. Another common misclassification occurs with Chapter 52 (Cotton), specifically 5211, if the cotton content exceeds the flax content by weight. Importers also mistakenly use 5309.21 for dyed goods, but 5309.21 is strictly for unbleached or bleached fabrics. It is essential to have a certified laboratory report (fiber analysis) to confirm the exact weight percentages before assigning the code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 530929 (the code used for dyed linen blend), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 530929 (the code used for dyed linen blend) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 25% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 530929, not only dyed linen blend.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $552M 64% of world exports
- 2 Italy $95M 11% of world exports
- 3 Spain $67M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $864M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$217M 25% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$109M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Morocco $84M 9.5% of world imports
World total: $878M 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 dyed linen blend
Brazil classifies dyed linen blend under NCM 5309.29.00: HS 5309.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dyed linen blend
What is the HS code for dyed linen blend?
The HS code for dyed linen blend is 530929 (Fabrics, woven; of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached). The HS code for dyed linen blend fabrics containing less than 85% flax by weight is 5309.29.
How do I classify dyed linen blend for customs?
dyed linen blend is classified under HS code 530929 — Fabrics, woven; of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between a linen blend and a cotton fabric for HS purposes?
Classification is determined by the fiber that predominates by weight. If flax weighs more than cotton, it stays in Chapter 53; if cotton weighs more, it moves to Chapter 52.
Which countries are the top exporters of dyed linen blend (HS 530929)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 530929 (the code used for dyed linen blend) in UN Comtrade data were China ($552M, 64% of world exports), Italy ($95M) and Spain ($67M). World exports came to about $864M, 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 dyed linen blend (HS 530929)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 530929 (the code used for dyed linen blend) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $217M, 25% of world imports), Vietnam (about $109M) and Morocco ($84M). World imports came to about $878M, 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.
Is the HS code for dyed linen blend the same in all countries?
The base HS code 530929 for dyed linen blend is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for dyed linen blend in Brazil?
In Brazil, dyed linen blend (HS 530929) is classified under NCM 5309.29.00.