Flax Hackling Waste from Canada
Short fibers discarded during hackling/combing of flax line, classified as tow waste. HTS 5301.30.00.00 includes such processing byproducts before spinning. Utilized in twine production and absorbent products.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Fiber length specs (<15cm average) help prove hackling waste status
• Avoid pre-combing; combed fibers risk yarn preparation classification
• Ensure no wool blend; mixed animal fibers change chapter