Scutched Dew-Retted Flax Bundles from Mexico
Flax bundles dew-retted then scutched to clean fibers, meeting HTS 5301.21.00.00 broken/scutched criteria. Natural field retting followed by mechanical scutching produces consistent textile-grade fibers. Standard 20kg bales for spinning mills.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document retting method (dew vs water) as it affects fiber quality valuation
• Ensure bundles secured with twine; loose fibers risk waste classification
• Microbiological testing may be required for retted fibers