Flax Tow for Paper Production from Germany
Low-grade flax tow waste specifically sourced for mechanical pulping in paper mills. HTS 5301.30.00.00 covers this unspun waste form. Adds strength to specialty papers and cardboards.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pulp end-use declaration helps but doesn't change fiber classification
• Test for lignin content to confirm suitability without over-processing
• Avoid hydrated forms; wet pulp goes to Chapter 47