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Unbleached Hessian Jute Cloth

Coarse plain weave fabric from unbleached jute, known as hessian, used for packaging, erosion control, and crafts. Classified under HTS 5310.10.00 for its unbleached state and jute bast fiber composition per Chapter 53 notes. It meets plain weave criteria without napping or specific constructions like poplin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5310.90.00Same rate: 35%

If mixed with other bast fibers like kenaf

Blends with other textile bast fibers of heading 5303 fall under the mixed fabrics subheading.

5901.90.20Higher: 42% vs 35%

If coated with gum or plastic for lining

Textile fabrics coated for technical uses shift to Chapter 59 for coated materials.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 35%

If cut and hemmed for retail as floor covering

Made-up articles like finished rugs or mats are classified as other made-up textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'unbleached jute hessian' and include weave specs to match statistical notes on plain weaves

Ensure no chemical treatments; Customs may require affidavits confirming no bleaching

For bulk rolls, specify selvage exclusion in invoices to align with Chapter 53 weave definitions

Related Products under HTS 5310.10.00

Unbleached Jute Burlap Fabric

A plain weave woven fabric made from unbleached jute fibers, typically used for sacks, bags, and upholstery backing. It falls under HTS 5310.10.00 as it is unbleached woven fabric of jute, a textile bast fiber from heading 5303, without any bleaching treatment. The coarse texture and natural color distinguish it from bleached or dyed variants.

Unbleached Jute Canvas Fabric

Heavy-duty unbleached woven jute fabric resembling canvas, ideal for tents, tarps, and industrial wrapping. HTS 5310.10.00 applies as unbleached jute (bast fiber) in plain weave, not meeting sheeting or poplin specs in statistical notes. Natural brown hue from unprocessed fibers.

Unbleached Kenaf Bast Fabric

Plain weave fabric from unbleached kenaf fibers, a bast fiber similar to jute, used for eco-friendly bags and paper alternatives. Falls under HTS 5310.10.00 as unbleached woven fabric of other textile bast fibers (kenaf from 5303.90). Excludes selvage per Chapter notes, plain weave without napping.

Unbleached Sunn Hemp Woven Cloth

Woven unbleached fabric from sunn hemp bast fibers, used in rope backing and agricultural sacks. HTS 5310.10.00 covers unbleached weaves of other bast fibers like sunn (5303.90), plain weave not combed or napped per notes. Coarse and durable for industrial use.

Unbleached Ramie Plain Weave Fabric

Fine unbleached woven ramie fabric from bast fibers, used for apparel linings and crafts. Classified in HTS 5310.10.00 as unbleached other bast fiber fabric (ramie 5305), plain weave excluding poplin specs in notes (b). Natural luster and strength key features.

Unbleached Jute Sheeting Fabric

Plain weave unbleached jute fabric meeting sheeting definition (note c), under 200 g/m² with square construction over 33 ends/picks per cm. Used for lightweight packaging and linings. HTS 5310.10.00 for unbleached jute bast weaves.