Water-Retted Long Flax Line for Spinning Mills
Premium long flax fibers from water retting process, soft and uniform for high-quality yarn. Remains under HTS 5301.10.00.00 as retted but unprocessed flax.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If post-hackling into aligned line
Hackled flax has impurities removed and fibers straightened, constituting further processing.
If when separated tow portion dominates
Flax tow and waste from processing classified distinctly from long line fibers.
If predominantly cotton content
Predominantly cotton blends shift to Chapter 52 cotton raw fibers.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for residual pectin content to prove complete retting without chemical treatment
• Use ventilated containers to manage moisture levels during long-haul shipping from retting regions
• Register as organic if certified, qualifying for preferential tariff treatment under certain FTAs
Related Products under HTS 5301.10.00.00
Raw Long Flax Fiber for Linen Production
Raw flax fibers extracted from the flax plant stem, retted to separate fibers from woody parts but not further processed or spun. Classified under HTS 5301.10.00.00 as raw or retted flax, the initial stage before spinning into linen yarn.
Retted Flax Stricks for Textile Spinning
Bundles of retted flax fibers (stricks) ready for line production but unprocessed beyond retting. Falls under HTS 5301.10.00.00 as raw or retted flax, prior to mechanical cleaning or spinning.
Dew-Retted Flax Bundles for Linen Weaving Prep
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.
Unprocessed Retted Flax for Artisanal Linen
Retted flax fibers destined for small-batch artisanal linen production, maintaining traditional quality. HTS 5301.10.00.00 applies to all raw/retted forms before spinning.