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HTS Chapter 53 · Section XI

Other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn

Chapter 53 averages a 2.0% general (MFN) duty across its 31 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 14.5%.

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2.0%
avg MFN duty
14.5%
highest line
31
rated tariff lines
74%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 53 by duty-rate band

How the 31 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free230.1–5%45–10%110–20%3

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 53

HTS Chapter 53 - Other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn - organizes 96 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 31 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 53 sits within Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 2.0%, with the highest individual rate reaching 14.5%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 53 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 53 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 96 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 31 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 2.0% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 14.5% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

5301 Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):
5301.10.00.00 Flax, raw or retted
kg
Free
Flax, broken, scutched, hackled or otherwise processed, but not spun:
5301.21.00.00 Broken or scutched
kg
0.2¢/kg
5301.29.00.00 Other
kg
3.8%
5301.30.00.00 Flax tow and waste
kg
Free
5302 True hemp (Cannabis sativa L.), raw or processed but not spun; tow and waste of true hemp (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):
5302.10.00.00 True hemp, raw or retted
kg
Free
5302.90.00.00 Other
kg
Free
5303 Jute and other textile bast fibers (excluding flax, true hemp and ramie), raw or processed but not spun; tow and waste of these fibers (including yarn waste and garnetted stock):
5303.10.00.00 Jute and other textile bast fibers, raw or retted
kg
Free
5303.90.00.00 Other
kg
Free
5305.00.00.00 Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or Musa textilis Nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibers, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibers (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
kg
Free
5306 Flax yarn:
5306.10.00.00 Single (800)
kg
Free
5306.20.00.00 Multiple (folded) or cabled (800)
kg
Free
5307 Yarn of jute or of other textile bast fibers of heading 5303:
5307.10.00.00 Single
kg
Free
5307.20.00.00 Multiple (folded) or cabled
kg
Free
5308 Yarn of other vegetable textile fibers; paper yarn:
5308.10.00.00 Coir yarn
kg
Free
5308.20.00.00 True hemp yarn (800)
kg
Free
5308.90 Other:
5308.90.10.00 Paper yarn
kg
2.7%
5308.90.90.00 Other (800)
kg
Free
5309 Woven fabrics of flax:
Containing 85 percent or more by weight of flax:
5309.11.00 Unbleached or bleached
Free
5309.11.00.10 Of a width exceeding 127 cm (810)
m², kg
5309.11.00.90 Other (810)
m², kg
5309.19.00 Other
Free
5309.19.00.10 Of a width exceeding 127 cm (810)
m², kg
5309.19.00.90 Other (810)
m², kg
Containing less than 85 percent by weight of flax:
5309.21 Unbleached or bleached:
5309.21.20.00 Containing more than 17 percent by weight of wool or fine animal hair (410)
m², kg
14.5%
Other:
5309.21.30 Containing cotton and man-made fibers
6.9%
Subject to cotton restraints:
5309.21.30.05 Poplin or broadcloth (314)
m², kg
5309.21.30.10 Sheeting (313)
m², kg
5309.21.30.15 Printcloth (315)
m², kg
5309.21.30.20 Other (220)
m², kg
Subject to man-made fiber restraints:
5309.21.30.55 Poplin or broadcloth (614)
m², kg
5309.21.30.60 Sheeting (613)
m², kg
5309.21.30.65 Printcloth (615)
m², kg
5309.21.30.70 Other (220)
m², kg
5309.21.30.90 Other (810)
m², kg
5309.21.40 Other
Free
5309.21.40.10 Of a width exceeding 127 cm (810)
m², kg
5309.21.40.90 Other (810)
m², kg
5309.29 Other:
5309.29.20.00 Containing more than 17 percent by weight of wool or fine animal hair (410)
m², kg
14.5%
Other:
5309.29.30 Containing cotton and man-made fibers
Free
Subject to cotton restraints:
5309.29.30.05 Poplin or broadcloth (314)
m², kg
5309.29.30.10 Sheeting (313)
m², kg
5309.29.30.15 Printcloth (315)
m², kg
5309.29.30.20 Other (220)
m², kg
Subject to man-made fiber restraints:
5309.29.30.55 Poplin or broadcloth (614)
m², kg
5309.29.30.60 Sheeting (613)
m², kg
5309.29.30.65 Printcloth (615)
m², kg
5309.29.30.70 Other (220)
m², kg
5309.29.30.90 Other (810)
m², kg
5309.29.40 Other
Free
5309.29.40.10 Of a width exceeding 127 cm (810)
m², kg
5309.29.40.90 Other (810)
m², kg
5310 Woven fabrics of jute or of other textile bast fibers of heading 5303:
5310.10.00 Unbleached
Free
5310.10.00.20 Not over 130 cm in width
m², kg
5310.10.00.40 Over 130 cm but not over 250 cm in width
m², kg
5310.10.00.60 Over 250 cm in width
m², kg
5310.90.00.00 Other
m², kg
Free
5311.00 Woven fabrics of other vegetable textile fibers; woven fabrics of paper yarn:
Of vegetable textile fibers:
5311.00.20.00 Containing more than 17 percent by weight of wool or fine animal hair (410)
m², kg
14.5%
Other:
5311.00.30 Containing cotton and man-made fibers
Free
Subject to cotton restraints:
5311.00.30.05 Poplin or broadcloth (314)
m², kg
5311.00.30.10 Sheeting (313)
m², kg
5311.00.30.15 Printcloth (315)
m², kg
5311.00.30.20 Other (220)
m², kg
Subject to man-made fiber restraints:
5311.00.30.55 Poplin or broadcloth (614)
m², kg
5311.00.30.60 Sheeting (613)
m², kg
5311.00.30.65 Printcloth (615)
m², kg
5311.00.30.70 Other (220)
m², kg
5311.00.30.90 Other (810)
m², kg
5311.00.40 Other
Free
5311.00.40.10 Of true hemp fibers (810)
m², kg
5311.00.40.20 Other (810)
m², kg
5311.00.60.00 Of paper yarn
kg
2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 53 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 53 covers Other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn and woven fabrics of paper yarn. It contains 96 individual tariff classifications, of which 31 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section XI (Textiles and Textile Articles).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 53? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 53 is 2.0%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 14.5%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 53? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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