Flax Tow Absorbent Material
Flax tow absorbent material is loose, unspun flax tow waste with high absorbency, used for oil spill cleanup and wipes. Because it is unspun and in waste form, it qualifies under tariff item 5301.30.00. This eco-friendly product serves as an alternative to synthetic absorbents.
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 tow has been processed beyond waste status
Processed flax, even if unspun, may be classified under a different tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the absorbent material is not treated with chemicals that could alter its classification
• Declare it as unspun flax tow waste under tariff item 5301.30.00 and provide end-use information to the CBSA if asked
Related Products under Tariff item 5301.30.00
Biodegradable Flax Tow Mulch
Biodegradable flax tow mulch is produced from chopped flax tow waste, which is unspun and remains in its natural fibrous state. It is used for agricultural mulching and erosion control, and because it has not been spun or further processed, it qualifies as flax tow and waste under tariff item 5301.30.00. This product offers a sustainable alternative to synthetic plastic mulches.
Flax Hackling Waste
Flax hackling waste consists of short fibers discarded during the hackling or combing of flax line, making it a byproduct of flax processing. Since these fibers are unspun and classified as tow waste, they fall under tariff item 5301.30.00. This material is commonly used in twine production and absorbent products.
Flax Noil and Tow Mix
This product is a mixture of flax noils, which are short fibers from combing, and tow waste from scutching. Both components are unspun and fall under the definition of flax tow and waste, making the mixture classifiable under tariff item 5301.30.00. It is used in specialty papers and biodegradable products.
Flax Scutching Tow Waste
Flax scutching tow waste includes short woody fibers and dust removed during the scutching of flax straw. This unspun waste material directly matches the definition of flax tow and waste under tariff item 5301.30.00. It is used in applications such as particleboard and insulation fillers.
Flax Tow Dust and Lint
Flax tow dust and lint are fine particles and fibers collected from flax processing machinery. These materials are unspun and constitute flax tow waste, falling under tariff item 5301.30.00. They are used in filters and absorbent products.
Flax Tow Fiber Bundles
Flax tow fiber bundles consist of coarse, short flax fibers separated during processing after line flax extraction. These bundles are unspun and qualify as flax tow and waste under tariff item 5301.30.00. They are primarily used for stuffing and similar applications.