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53011000 Free

Purchased by linen yarn spinning mills as the primary raw material input.

HSN code 53011000 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.

Free — No License Required

This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.

HSN Code Details

Full HSN Code
53011000
Policy
Free
Chapter
53
Heading
5301
Description

Flax, raw or retted (a process that uses moisture/bacteria to separate fibre from stem), the initial stage of flax fibre processing.

Export Considerations

Flax should be baled and kept dry after retting to prevent mold; declare retting method (water vs. dew retting) as this affects fibre quality and color.

Related HSN Codes (Heading 5301)

  • 5301Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and wasteFree
  • 53012100or otherwise processed, but not spun : -- broken or scutchedFree
  • 53012900or otherwise processed, but not spun : -- OtherFree
  • 53013000Flax tow and wasteFree

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to export HSN 53011000 from India?

No. HSN 53011000 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.

What is HSN code 53011000 used for?

Flax retting (water or dew retting) is a critical processing step that separates the fibre from the woody stem, with the method used affecting the final linen fibre's quality and color.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 53011000 belong to?

HSN 53011000 falls under Chapter 53 and Heading 5301 of India's customs tariff schedule.

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Data source: DGFT ITC(HS) Schedule. Always verify with official notifications before shipping.