Broken Flax Shives for Textile Preparation from China
Broken flax refers to flax stems mechanically broken to separate fibers from shives (woody core), meeting the 'broken' definition in HTS 5301.21.00.00. This intermediate product is not spun and requires further cleaning for yarn production. Primarily used in linen manufacturing supply chains.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document breaking process with photos or certificates to distinguish from raw flax (5301.11)
• Avoid bundling with hackled fibers; mixed lots require separate declarations
• Test moisture content; levels above 12% may cause customs valuation disputes