Coarse Kapok Fiber from Mexico
Coarse kapok fiber extracted from kapok pods, used for stuffing in life jackets or insulation. This natural, unspun hairy fiber is classified as vegetable hair under tariff item 1404.90.00, as it has not been processed for textile use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the kapok fiber is not spun or twisted, as that would exclude it from this heading
• Keep records showing the fiber's origin from kapok pods
• Check with CBSA if the fiber is treated with fire retardants, as that may affect classification