Product classification

HS code for unbleached jute fabric: 5310.10

Fabrics, woven, of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303, unbleached.

Classification of unbleached jute fabric under HS 5310.10

The classification of unbleached jute fabric under HS code 531010 is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. This specific code falls under Chapter 53, which covers other vegetable textile fibers and paper yarn. Heading 5310 is dedicated to woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers of heading 5303. The subheading 531010 specifically identifies fabrics that are unbleached. In the context of the HS nomenclature, unbleached refers to fabrics that have not been subjected to any whitening or dyeing processes after the weaving stage, retaining the natural color of the jute fiber. This classification is critical because jute is a major industrial textile, and customs authorities use this code to distinguish raw, unfinished fabrics from those that have undergone further chemical processing or finishing treatments. The fabric must be composed primarily of jute fibers to qualify; if blended, the jute must predominate by weight over other textile materials unless specific section notes dictate otherwise.

Covers
  • Raw jute hessian cloth
  • Unbleached burlap fabric in rolls
  • Natural jute canvas (unfinished)
  • Woven jute scrim (unbleached)
  • Industrial jute sacking fabric (unbleached)
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. A frequent error involves confusing 531010 with HS code 531090, which covers jute fabrics that have been bleached, dyed, or printed. Another common misclassification occurs with HS code 630510, which is used for finished sacks and bags made of jute; if the fabric has been cut to shape or sewn into a container, it must be moved from Chapter 53 to Chapter 63. Additionally, fabrics made of other vegetable fibers like sisal or hemp may be confused with jute but belong under different headings within Chapter 53.

5310.90Fabrics, woven; of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303, other than unbleached6305.10Sacks and bags; of a kind used for the packing of goods, of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303

Top exporters and importers of HS 531010 (the code used for unbleached jute fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 531010 (the code used for unbleached 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 unbleached jute fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 India $77M
  2. 2 Bangladesh* ~$59M
  3. 3 Nepal* ~$51M

World total: $205M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 India $80M
  2. 2 United States $34M
  3. 3 Germany $11M

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 unbleached jute fabric

Brazil splits HS 5310.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about unbleached jute fabric

What is the HS code for unbleached jute fabric?

The HS code for unbleached jute fabric is 531010 (Fabrics, woven; of jute or of other textile bast fibres of heading no. 5303, unbleached). The primary HS code for unbleached woven jute fabric is 531010.

How do I classify unbleached jute fabric for customs?

unbleached 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.

Does this code include jute bags?

No, finished jute bags are classified under HS code 630510. HS code 531010 is strictly for woven fabric in the piece or in rolls.

Which countries are the top exporters of unbleached jute fabric (HS 531010)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 531010 (the code used for unbleached 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 unbleached jute fabric (HS 531010)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 531010 (the code used for unbleached 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 unbleached jute fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 531010 for unbleached 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 unbleached jute fabric in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 531010 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for unbleached 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).