Product classification
HS code for raw jute fiber: 5303.10
Jute and other textile bast fibres, raw or retted, but not spun, (excluding flax, hemp (cannabis sativa L.), and ramie).
Classification of raw jute fiber under HS 5303.10
The classification of raw jute fiber under HS code 530310 encompasses jute and other textile bast fibers, excluding flax, hemp, and ramie. This code is intended for fibers in their raw state or those that have undergone retting. Bast fibers are collected from the phloem or "inner bark" of the plant. The classification is determined by the botanical source and the lack of advanced mechanical processing. Jute is primarily sourced from plants of the genus Corchorus. The "raw or retted" status implies that the fibers have been separated from the plant's woody core but have not yet been subjected to carding, combing, or spinning. This subheading serves as the entry point for jute materials into the textile supply chain before they are transformed into yarns or woven fabrics. Accurate classification under 530310 is essential for statistical tracking of global jute trade, which is a major commodity in South Asian economies. The code ensures that the raw agricultural output is not taxed at the higher rates often applied to semi-finished textile products.
- Covers
- Raw jute stalks
- Retted jute fibers
- Kenaf fiber in its raw state
- Urena and other bast fibers (excluding flax and hemp)
- Also under 5303.10
- Jute from Bangladesh
- kenaf from India
- raw jute for hessian cloth
- retted jute for sacks
- raw sisal for ropes
Codes often confused with 5303.10
Common mistake. Raw jute is often misclassified under HS code 530390, which is reserved for jute that has been processed beyond retting, as well as jute tow and waste. Additionally, finished products like jute sacks or bags are classified under 630510. Importers must ensure the product has not been carded or combed, as those processes move the fiber into the 530390 category.
Top exporters and importers of HS 530310 (the code used for raw jute fiber), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 530310 (the code used for raw jute fiber) in UN Comtrade data was Bangladesh, with about 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 46% 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 530310, not only raw jute fiber.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Bangladesh* ~$80M 64% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Tanzania $22M 18% of world exports
- 3 India $21M 16% of world exports
World total: $126M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $54M 46% of world imports
- 2 Nepal* ~$21M 18% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Pakistan $10M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $118M 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 raw jute fiber
Brazil splits HS 5303.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 5303.10.10Jute, raw or retted
- 5303.10.90Other raw/retted bast fibre, not flax/hemp/ramie
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about raw jute fiber
What is the HS code for raw jute fiber?
The HS code for raw jute fiber is 530310 (Jute and other textile bast fibres; raw or retted, but not spun, (excluding flax, hemp (cannabis sativa L.), and ramie)). The HS code for raw or retted jute and other textile bast fibers (excluding flax, hemp, and ramie) is 530310.
How do I classify raw jute fiber for customs?
raw jute fiber is classified under HS code 530310 — Jute and other textile bast fibres; raw or retted, but not spun, (excluding flax, hemp (cannabis sativa L.), and ramie). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include processed jute yarn?
No, jute yarn is classified under heading 5307, as it has undergone spinning and is no longer considered a raw fiber.
Which countries are the top exporters of raw jute fiber (HS 530310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 530310 (the code used for raw jute fiber) in UN Comtrade data were Bangladesh (about $80M, 64% of world exports), Tanzania ($22M) and India ($21M). World exports came to about $126M, 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 raw jute fiber (HS 530310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 530310 (the code used for raw jute fiber) in UN Comtrade data were India ($54M, 46% of world imports), Nepal (about $21M) and Pakistan ($10M). World imports came to about $118M, 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 raw jute fiber the same in all countries?
The base HS code 530310 for raw jute fiber 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 raw jute fiber in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 530310 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for raw jute fiber depends on the product's details: 5303.10.10 (Jute, raw or retted), 5303.10.90 (Other raw/retted bast fibre, not flax/hemp/ramie).