Short Flax Tow for Felting from Mexico
Ultra-short flax tow (<5cm) ideal for needle-punching and wet felting. HTS 5301.30.00.00 as unspun waste. Used in geotextiles and insulation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify felting grade in documentation
• Cohesion testing without binders
• Distinguish from wool noils (Chapter 51)