Belgian Broken Flax for Premium Linen Yarn
Premium broken flax from Belgium, mechanically broken to preserve long fibers while removing cortex. This intermediate product is not spun and requires further processing before spinning, fitting the tariff item for broken or scutched flax.
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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CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 5301100000–5311000000).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the flax has been hackled or otherwise processed beyond breaking or scutching
Hackled flax is a further processing stage not covered by this tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the flax is declared as 'broken' and not spun, with documentation of the mechanical breaking process
• Verify the fiber length and absence of shives to support classification
• Consult a customs broker for duty rate confirmation
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