Dew-Retted Flax Bundles for Linen Weaving Prep from Germany
Flax fibers naturally retted by dew exposure and bundled for transport, unspun and uncleaned. HTS 5301.10.00.00 covers this raw agricultural product used in traditional linen manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include field retting duration records, as improper retting can degrade fiber quality and affect duty assessment
• Fumigate shipments to prevent mold growth common in damp retted flax during ocean transit
• Label bundles by fiber length (long vs short) for accurate inventory and customs valuation