Product classification
HS code for jute fabric: 5310.10
Fabrics, woven, of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303, unbleached.
Classification of jute fabric under HS 5310.10
Jute fabric is classified under HS code 531010 when it is unbleached. This code belongs to Chapter 53, which covers vegetable textile fibers and woven fabrics thereof. The classification 531010 specifically targets woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers (such as kenaf or urena) that have not undergone bleaching, dyeing, or printing processes. These are often referred to as "greige" fabrics. Jute is a bast fiber, and the fabric is known for its durability and breathability. The classification is determined by the composition of the fabric (predominantly jute) and its state of finish. If the fabric is composed of a blend, it is classified here if jute predominates by weight. This code is essential for the global trade of industrial packaging materials and agricultural textiles.
- Covers
- Unbleached jute hessian cloth
- Raw jute burlap fabric
- Unbleached woven jute canvas
- Greige jute scrim
- Unbleached bast fiber woven fabrics
- Also under 5310.10
- Burlap rolls for landscaping
- Hessian sacks for coffee beans
- Jute fabric for erosion control
- Raw jute for craft supplies
- Kenaf fabric for automotive interiors
Codes often confused with 5310.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 531090, which covers jute fabrics that are bleached, dyed, or printed. Importers often fail to distinguish between the raw state and the finished state. Another frequent error involves HS code 630510, which covers sacks and bags used for the packing of goods. If the jute fabric has been cut and sewn into a bag, it is no longer classified as fabric in Chapter 53 but as a finished article in Chapter 63. Additionally, if the fabric is coated or laminated with plastics, it may move to Chapter 59 (e.g., 5903).
Top exporters and importers of HS 531010 (the code used for jute fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 531010 (the code used for jute fabric) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 38% 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 531010, not only jute fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $77M 38% of world exports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$59M 29% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Nepal* ~$51M 25% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $205M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $80M 38% of world imports
- 2 United States $34M 16% of world imports
- 3 Germany $11M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $209M 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 codes for jute fabric
Brazil splits HS 5310.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5310.10.10Unbleached jute burlap (hessian)
- 5310.10.90Other unbleached jute and allied bast fabrics
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about jute fabric
What is the HS code for jute fabric?
The HS code for jute fabric is 531010 (Fabrics, woven; of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303, unbleached).
How do I classify jute fabric for customs?
jute fabric is classified under HS code 531010 — Fabrics, woven; of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303, unbleached. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for unbleached jute fabric?
The HS code for unbleached woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers is 531010.
What is the difference between 531010 and 531090?
531010 is strictly for unbleached (raw) fabrics, while 531090 is for jute fabrics that have been bleached, dyed, or otherwise finished.
Which countries are the top exporters of jute fabric (HS 531010)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 531010 (the code used for jute fabric) in UN Comtrade data were India ($77M, 38% of world exports), Bangladesh (about $59M) and Nepal (about $51M). World exports came to about $205M, 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 jute fabric (HS 531010)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 531010 (the code used for jute fabric) in UN Comtrade data were India ($80M, 38% of world imports), the United States ($34M) and Germany ($11M). World imports came to about $209M, 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 jute fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 531010 for jute 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 jute fabric in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 531010 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for jute fabric depends on the product's details: 5310.10.10 (Unbleached jute burlap (hessian)), 5310.10.90 (Other unbleached jute and allied bast fabrics).