HS Chapter 53 — Other vegetable textile fibres
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
53
Chapter number
Section
XI
Section name
Typical duty
varies
By subheading & market
HS headings
3
4-digit headings
What Chapter 53 covers
Flax, true hemp, jute, coir and other vegetable textile fibres, yarns and fabrics.
Common HS headings in Chapter 53
- 5301 Flax
- 5302 True hemp
- 5309 Jute woven fabric
Classification notes
Fibre species and form drive classification.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 53
What Chapter 53 covers
Flax, true hemp, jute, coir and other vegetable textile fibres, yarns and fabrics.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 53?
Common HS headings in Chapter 53 include: 5301 Flax; 5302 True hemp; 5309 Jute woven fabric.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 53 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 53 products?
Fibre species and form drive classification.