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5301.29.00.00/Scutched Flax Tow/Japan

Scutched Flax Tow from Japan

Short flax fibers and waste (tow) separated during scutching, the process of beating retted flax to remove woody parts. Falls under HTS 5301.29.00.00 as 'other' processed flax not spun, used for coarser yarns or blending.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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Import Tips

• Separate tow from line fibers in documentation; tow often undervalued—ensure accurate appraisal

• Test for moisture content (<12%) to prevent mold during shipping; include lab certificates

• Avoid bundling with spun products to prevent classification as yarn waste under 5301.30

Scutched Flax Tow from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5301.29.00.00