Product classification
HS code for Linen sacks: 6305.90
Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods, of textile materials (other than jute, cotton or man-made textile materials).
Classification of linen sacks under HS 6305.90
Linen sacks and bags used for the packing of goods are classified under HS code 6305.90. This classification falls within Chapter 63, which covers other made-up textile articles, sets, and worn clothing. Heading 6305 is specifically designated for sacks and bags of a kind used for the packing of goods. The subheadings under 6305 are organized by the type of textile material used. Since linen (flax) is not jute (6305.10), cotton (6305.20), or man-made textile materials (6305.32/33/39), it is categorized under the "of other textile materials" residual code, 6305.90. These articles are typically used in industrial or agricultural settings for the transport and storage of bulk commodities like grains, seeds, or minerals, and must be "made up" (sewn or otherwise assembled) to fall under this heading.
- Covers
- Heavy-duty linen sacks for agricultural transport
- Flax-based packing bags for industrial components
- Woven linen bags used for bulk food storage
- Linen mail bags or courier sacks
- Reusable linen sacks for wholesale distribution
- Also under 6305.90
- BurlapFabric.com hemp bags
- Eco-Bags Products linen sacks
- Custom-made ramie bags
- Natural Fibers Co. sisal bags
Codes often confused with 6305.90
Common mistake. Linen sacks are often confused with 6305.20 (cotton sacks) or 6305.10 (jute/bast fiber sacks) if the material is not properly identified via laboratory testing. Furthermore, if the linen bag is designed for retail use, such as a luxury shopping bag or a handbag, it must be classified under heading 4202 rather than 6305. Heading 6305 is strictly for packing and transport containers. Additionally, if the sack is made of a blend of fibers, the classification depends on the material that predominates by weight, which might lead to classification under 6305.33 if man-made fibers are the majority.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630590 (the code used for linen sacks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630590 (the code used for linen sacks) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 630590, not only linen sacks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $41M 17% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $30M 12% of world exports
- 3 Lithuania $25M 10% of world exports
World total: $246M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $28M 13% of world imports
- 2 Kazakhstan $15M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 Moldova $9.2M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $218M 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 linen sacks
Brazil classifies linen sacks under NCM 6305.90.00: HS 6305.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about linen sacks
What is the HS code for Linen sacks?
The HS code for Linen sacks is 630590 (Sacks and bags; of a kind used for the packing of goods, of textile materials (other than jute, cotton or man-made textile materials)). Linen sacks used for packing goods are classified under HS code 6305.90.
How do I classify Linen sacks for customs?
Linen sacks is classified under HS code 630590 — Sacks and bags; of a kind used for the packing of goods, of textile materials (other than jute, cotton or man-made textile materials). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are linen tote bags classified here?
Generally, no. If the bag is intended for personal use or retail shopping rather than industrial packing, it is classified under heading 4202.
Which countries are the top exporters of linen sacks (HS 630590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630590 (the code used for linen sacks) in UN Comtrade data were China ($41M, 17% of world exports), Pakistan ($30M) and Lithuania ($25M). World exports came to about $246M, 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 linen sacks (HS 630590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630590 (the code used for linen sacks) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($28M, 13% of world imports), Kazakhstan ($15M) and Moldova ($9.2M). World imports came to about $218M, 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 Linen sacks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630590 for Linen sacks 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 linen sacks in Brazil?
In Brazil, linen sacks (HS 630590) is classified under NCM 6305.90.00.