Jute Hessian Cloth
Coarse open-weave jute fabric known as hessian, used for erosion control and wrapping. This fabric is woven from jute bast fibers of heading 53.03 and is not more specifically classified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached
Unbleached jute hessian is classified under 5310.10.00, while 5310.90.00 covers other jute fabrics.
If the fabric is made up into finished articles like erosion control blankets
Made-up textile articles not elsewhere specified fall in Chapter 63, not as woven fabric in Chapter 53.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hessian is not impregnated, coated, or covered with other materials that would change its classification
• If the fabric is cut to size and hemmed or otherwise made up, it may fall under Chapter 63 instead
• Provide CBSA with a detailed product specification sheet including fiber content and weight
Related Products under Tariff item 5310.90.00
Hemp Canvas Fabric
Heavy-duty plain weave fabric woven from 100% hemp bast fibers, used for tents, sails, and bags. Hemp is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not elsewhere specified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Jute Burlap Fabric
A coarse, plain weave fabric made entirely from jute fibers, typically used for sacking and upholstery. Jute is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not more specifically classified elsewhere, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Kenaf Curtain Fabric
Medium-weight plain weave fabric from kenaf bast fibers, designed for lightweight curtains and drapery linings. Kenaf is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not more specifically classified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Sunn Hemp Geotextile Fabric
Woven fabric from sunn hemp bast fibers for soil stabilization in landscaping. Sunn hemp is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not more specifically classified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.