Mesta Tow from United States
Mesta tow consists of short fiber tow from the mesta plant (Hibiscus sabdariffa/cannabinus), a jute substitute processed for paper and coarse yarn. This product is processed but not spun, and it falls under the tariff item as tow of 'other' textile bast fibers, since mesta is not explicitly excluded.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Document the plant species and processing stage to support classification as 'other' bast fiber
• Ensure the tow is not spun or twisted
• Verify if the tow is considered waste or a primary product, as this may affect the tariff item