Product classification
HS code for dyed linen fabric: 5309.19
Fabrics, woven, of flax, containing 85% or more flax, other than bleached or unbleached.
Classification of dyed linen fabric under HS 5309.19
HS code 5309.19 is designated for woven fabrics of flax that contain 85% or more flax by weight and have been dyed. This classification falls under the broader heading 5309, which covers all woven flax fabrics. The '85% or more' threshold signifies that the fabric is considered 'pure' linen in the eyes of the Harmonized System, even if small amounts of other fibers are present for elasticity or texture. The suffix '.19' specifically identifies fabrics that are not unbleached or bleached. Under the Section XI notes, 'dyed' fabrics are those that have been dyed a single uniform color (other than white) or have been treated with a colored finish. This classification is vital because pure linen fabrics often attract different trade regulations and duty rates compared to blended textiles. The weaving process must result in a stable fabric structure to be classified here; non-woven or knitted flax materials would fall under different chapters entirely. Proper documentation of the dyeing process and the fiber purity is necessary to justify the use of this code during customs inspections.
- Covers
- 100% dyed linen apparel fabric
- Dyed flax canvas containing 90% flax and 10% cotton
- Dyed linen upholstery fabric (85% or more flax)
- Yarn-dyed woven flax fabrics (solid colors)
- Heavyweight dyed linen fabrics for home textiles
- Also under 5309.19
- Libeco dyed linen
- Solbiati printed linen
- Masters of Linen finished fabric
- LinenMe colored linen
Codes often confused with 5309.19
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for this product is HS code 5309.11, which is used for unbleached or bleached linen fabrics. If a fabric has any hint of added color that is not part of the natural bleaching process, it must move to 5309.19. Additionally, 5309.29 is often incorrectly used for high-purity linen; however, 5309.29 is only for blends containing less than 85% flax. Finally, printed linen fabrics should be checked against 5309.19 versus 5309.19's sub-categories in some local tariffs that separate 'dyed' from 'printed' (though at the 6-digit level, they often merge).
Top exporters and importers of HS 530919 (the code used for dyed linen fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 530919 (the code used for dyed linen fabric) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 530919, not only dyed linen fabric.
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 dyed linen fabric
Brazil classifies dyed linen fabric under NCM 5309.19.00: HS 5309.19 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 fabric
What is the HS code for dyed linen fabric?
The HS code for dyed linen fabric is 530919 (Fabrics, woven; of flax, containing 85% or more flax, other than bleached or unbleached). The HS code for woven fabrics containing 85% or more flax that have been dyed is 5309.19.
How do I classify dyed linen fabric for customs?
dyed linen fabric is classified under HS code 530919 — Fabrics, woven; of flax, containing 85% or more flax, other than bleached or unbleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 100% linen always fall under 5309.19?
Only if it is dyed. If the 100% linen is unbleached or bleached, it falls under 5309.11. If it is printed, it may fall under 5309.19 or a specific 'printed' subheading depending on the country.
Which countries are the top exporters of dyed linen fabric (HS 530919)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 530919 (the code used for dyed linen fabric) 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 dyed linen fabric (HS 530919)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 530919 (the code used for dyed linen fabric) 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.
Is the HS code for dyed linen fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 530919 for dyed linen fabric 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 fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, dyed linen fabric (HS 530919) is classified under NCM 5309.19.00.