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Flax Tow for Composite Matrices from Japan

Short flax tow fibers for reinforcing biocomposites and natural matrices. Unspun waste status under HTS 5301.30.00.00. Growing demand in automotive and construction.

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%

Import Tips

Technical specs on tensile strength for end-use validation

No resin impregnation pre-import

Industrial vs consumer packaging distinctions