Broken Flax Shives for Textile Preparation
Broken flax shives, where flax stems are mechanically broken to separate fibers from the woody core. This product is not spun and requires further cleaning, matching the tariff item for broken 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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the flax has been further processed, such as hackled
Further processing moves the product to a different tariff item.
If the flax is in the form of tow or waste
Flax tow and waste are classified under a separate heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Classify the product accurately as broken flax, not as waste or shives, to avoid misclassification
• Provide a detailed product description to CBSA showing the mechanical breaking process
• Check if the shives require any permits under the Plant Protection Act
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