Kapok Vegetable Hair
Kapok fiber from Ceiba pentandra seed pods, lightweight and fluffy, used for stuffing pillows, mattresses, and cushions. This vegetable hair is classified under tariff item 1404.90.00 as it is not processed for textile use.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the kapok is not spun or woven, as that would exclude it from this heading
• Provide documentation of the fiber's origin from Ceiba pentandra
• Verify with CBSA if the kapok is treated for fire resistance, as that may affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1404.90.00
Agave Sisal Hair Fiber
Unprocessed sisal fiber extracted from agave leaves, retaining its natural hairy form before decortication into clean textile fibers. This product is classified as vegetable hair under tariff item 1404.90.00, as it has not undergone treatment to render it suitable for use only as textile material.
Bleached Broomcorn for Brooms
Bleached broomcorn for brooms, lightly bleached for color consistency but remaining raw fiber. This vegetable material is used primarily in brooms and brushes and falls under tariff item 1404.90.00.
Broomcorn Fibers in Hanks
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Coarse Kapok Fiber
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.
Coir Fiber Husk Hair
Coir fiber from coconut husks in its coarse, hairy form, used for mats, ropes, and brushes. This vegetable hair is not processed for textile use and falls under tariff item 1404.90.00.
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Dried broomcorn stalks in bundles, long and stiff, for use in broom manufacturing. This raw vegetable material falls under tariff item 1404.90.00 as a primary material for brushes and brooms.