Industrial Scutched Flax for Linen Weaving Prep from China
Long-line scutched flax processed for industrial linen production, with woody portions removed via scutching blades. Falls under HTS 5301.21.00.00 as scutched flax not spun. Delivered in bales for further hackling before spinning into fine linen yarns.
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
• Include processing specifications showing scutching equipment used and fiber length retained
• Label bales clearly with 'scutched flax - not hackled' to prevent misclassification
• Comply with phytosanitary certificates for agricultural fiber imports