Dew-Retted Flax Bundles for Linen Weaving Prep
> Dew-retted flax bundles are flax stems that have been retted through natural exposure to dew, a process that separates the fibers from the woody core. They are presented unspun and uncleaned, making them a raw agricultural product. This tariff item covers flax that is raw or retted, before any further processing such as scutching or spinning.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the flax has been broken, scutched, or hackled
These processes go beyond retting and are covered under a different tariff item for processed flax.
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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 flax is declared as raw or retted only, with no cleaning, scutching, or spinning, to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide a detailed product description and country of origin documentation to the CBSA
• Consider fumigation certificates if the flax is of agricultural origin to meet plant health import requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 5301.10.00
Raw Long Flax Fiber for Linen Production
> Raw long flax fiber is extracted from the flax plant stem and retted to separate the fibers from the woody parts, but it is not further processed or spun. This product is in its initial stage after retting, making it suitable for classification as raw or retted flax. It is used as a base material for subsequent linen production.
Retted Flax Stricks for Textile Spinning
> Retted flax stricks are bundles of flax fibers that have been retted but are not processed beyond that stage. They are ready for line production but remain unspun and uncleaned. This product falls under the tariff item for raw or retted flax, as it has not undergone mechanical cleaning or spinning.
Unprocessed Retted Flax for Artisanal Linen
> Unprocessed retted flax consists of flax fibers that have been retted but are not further processed, maintaining traditional quality for artisanal linen production. The product is in a raw state, suitable for spinning after additional steps. It is classified under this tariff item as raw or retted flax.
Water-Retted Long Flax Line for Spinning Mills
> Water-retted long flax line consists of premium flax fibers obtained from a water retting process, resulting in soft and uniform fibers suitable for high-quality yarn. The product remains retted but unprocessed, with no spinning or further treatment. This tariff item covers flax in its raw or retted state, regardless of the retting method used.