Product classification
HS code for Textile packing bags: 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 textile packing bags under HS 6305.90
Sacks and bags used for the packing of goods are classified under HS code 630590 when they are made of textile materials other than jute, cotton, or man-made textile materials. This heading is part of Chapter 63, which covers other made-up textile articles, sets, and worn clothing. The classification of packing bags is primarily driven by the material of construction. Subheadings 630510, 630520, and 630530 cover bags made of jute, cotton, and man-made fibers (like polypropylene or polyester), respectively. Therefore, 630590 serves as a residual category for bags made from other vegetable fibers such as hemp, flax, sisal, or abaca. These bags are typically used for the bulk transport of agricultural products, minerals, or industrial chemicals. They must be 'made up' articles, meaning they are sewn or otherwise assembled into a finished bag shape. This code does not include travel bags, shopping bags, or similar containers classified under heading 4202, which are intended for personal use rather than industrial packing. The durability and breathability of these natural fiber bags make them ideal for specific commodities like coffee beans or specialized grains.
- Covers
- Hemp sacks for industrial packing
- Flax bags for agricultural transport
- Sisal sacks for bulk goods
- Abaca fiber packing bags
- Other vegetable fiber sacks (n.e.c.)
- 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. Packing bags are often misclassified under HS code 630533 (polypropylene bags) or 630510 (jute bags) because the materials look similar to the untrained eye. Another major error is classifying them under 4202.92, which is for shopping bags or rucksacks. If the bag is intended for the commercial packing and transport of goods, it must stay in 6305. Additionally, if the bags are not 'made up' (e.g., just rolls of fabric), they are classified as fabrics in Chapters 50-55.
Top exporters and importers of HS 630590 (the code used for textile packing bags), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 630590 (the code used for textile packing bags) 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 textile packing bags.
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 textile packing bags
Brazil classifies textile packing bags 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 textile packing bags
What is the HS code for Textile packing bags?
The HS code for Textile packing bags 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)). The HS code for packing sacks and bags made of textile materials other than jute, cotton, or man-made fibers is 630590.
How do I classify Textile packing bags for customs?
Textile packing bags 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 reusable grocery bags classified here?
Generally, no. If they are designed for personal use as shopping bags, they are usually classified under HS code 4202. HS code 6305 is intended for industrial and commercial packing sacks.
Which countries are the top exporters of textile packing bags (HS 630590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 630590 (the code used for textile packing bags) 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 textile packing bags (HS 630590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 630590 (the code used for textile packing bags) 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 Textile packing bags the same in all countries?
The base HS code 630590 for Textile packing bags 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 textile packing bags in Brazil?
In Brazil, textile packing bags (HS 630590) is classified under NCM 6305.90.00.